Spicy Indonesian Fried Eggs with Sambal Sauce

Sambal/Balado Telur Ceplok

This Sambal/Balado Telur Ceplok, a flavorful Indonesian dish, combines crispy fried eggs with a rich and aromatic sambal sauce. The vibrant, spicy sauce made from red chilies, shallots, garlic, and candlenuts perfectly complements the simplicity of the eggs, making it a delightful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs (fried until sunny-side up)
• 20 red chilies (adjust to taste)
• 5 shallots
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 candlenut
• Oil (for sautéing)
• Salt (to taste)
• Sugar (to taste)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Spice Paste:

   • Begin by blending the red chilies, shallots, garlic, and candlenut together with a pinch of salt and a bit of sugar. Use a food processor or mortar and pestle until you achieve a smooth paste.

2. Cook the Spice Paste:

   • Heat a generous amount of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant and the oil begins to separate from the paste.

3. Combine with Eggs:

   • Gently add the fried eggs into the skillet with the sambal. Carefully stir to coat the eggs evenly with the spicy sauce, allowing them to soak up the flavors.

4. Adjust Seasoning:

   • Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or sugar if needed. Cook for a few more minutes until the flavors meld together.

5. Serve:

   • Transfer the sambal-coated eggs to a serving plate. Serve hot as a delicious accompaniment to steamed rice or as a flavorful main dish.

Enjoy the spicy and savory goodness of Sambal/Balado Telur Ceplok, perfect for adding a bold touch to any meal!