Spicy Fried Eggs with Anchovies in Red Sauce Recipe
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs, fried
- 2 tablespoons of Medan anchovies, fried
- 3 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 bay leaf
For the Spice Paste:
- 5 red chilies
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 5 shallots
- 3 roasted candlenuts
- 1 tomato
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- Salt, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Fried Eggs:
Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and fry the eggs until the whites are crispy and the yolks are cooked to your liking. Drain the eggs on paper towels and set aside. -
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Fry the Anchovies:
Using the oil left from frying the eggs, lightly fry the Medan anchovies until they are crisp. Remove and drain them, keeping the oil for cooking the spice paste. -
Make the Spice Paste:
In a blender or food processor, combine the red chilies, garlic, shallots, roasted candlenuts, and tomato. Blend until you have a smooth paste. -
Cook the Spice Paste:
Heat the oil from frying the anchovies in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the oil begins to separate from the paste. -
Add Aromatics:
Add the kaffir lime leaves and bay leaf to the pan. Continue cooking for a few minutes until the leaves release their aroma. -
Combine Ingredients:
Stir in the fried anchovies and fried eggs. Mix well to coat the eggs with the spice paste. -
Season and Simmer:
Add the sugar and adjust salt to taste. Cook until the flavors meld and the eggs are well coated with the spicy sauce. -
Serve:
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve the spicy fried eggs with anchovies hot. Enjoy as a flavorful and aromatic dish that pairs well with steamed rice.
This dish, known as Telur Ceplok Teri Bumbu Merah, showcases a delightful blend of savory and spicy flavors with a rich, aromatic sauce that perfectly complements the crispy fried eggs and crunchy anchovies.
