Spicy Balado Pindang Fish with Crispy Fried Eggs

Balado Ikan Pindang with Fried Eggs

Ingredients:

• 3 pieces of salted pindang fish (pindang salem)
• 2 eggs
• For the Spice Paste:
  • 5 shallots
  • 4 cloves of garlic
  • 8 red chilies
  • 2 tomatoes
  • Salt to taste
  • Bouillon powder to taste
  • Soy sauce to taste
  • Sugar to taste
• Cooking oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fish:

   • Clean the pindang fish thoroughly, removing any bones.

2. Coat the Fish:

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   • In a bowl, beat the eggs and season them with a bit of soy sauce.
   • Dip the pindang fish into the egg mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.

3. Fry the Fish:

   • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
   • Fry the egg-coated fish until golden brown and crispy. Remove the fish and set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.

4. Make the Spice Paste:

   • Blend the shallots, garlic, red chilies, and tomatoes into a smooth paste.

5. Cook the Spice Paste:

   • In the same pan used for frying, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
   • Add a splash of water to the pan, then season with salt, sugar, bouillon powder, and soy sauce. Stir well to combine.

6. Combine Fish and Sauce:

   • Return the fried pindang fish to the pan with the sauce. Mix gently to coat the fish evenly with the spicy sauce.

7. Finish and Serve:

   • Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, remove from heat.
   • Serve hot, and enjoy this flavorful Balado Ikan Pindang with fried eggs.

Enjoy your cooking adventure!