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Spicy Egg and Eggplant Delight
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs, boiled and peeled
- 1 large purple eggplant, cut into pieces
- For the Spice Paste:
- 1/2 oz green chilies
- 1 ripe red tomato
- 5 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted shrimp paste
- Salt, to taste
- Cooking oil, for frying
Instructions:
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Prepare the Eggs:
- Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the peeled boiled eggs briefly until they are lightly golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Fry the Eggplant:
- In the same pan, add more oil if needed and fry the cut eggplant pieces until they are tender and lightly browned. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Make the Spice Paste:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the green chilies, red tomato, shallots, garlic, and toasted shrimp paste. Blend until you have a smooth paste.
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Cook the Spice Paste:
- Heat a bit of oil in a pan over low heat. Add the spice paste and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.
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Combine and Serve:
- Add the fried eggplant and eggs to the spice paste in the pan. Stir well to coat the eggplant and eggs with the paste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure everything is heated through and well combined.
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Serve Hot:
- Transfer the dish to a serving plate and enjoy it hot. This flavorful combination makes a wonderful accompaniment to steamed rice or as a side dish.
Enjoy this spicy and savory dish that beautifully balances the rich flavors of eggs and eggplant with a vibrant, aromatic spice paste.