Telur Balado: A Spicy Indonesian Delight
Experience the vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine with Telur Balado, a dish that combines hard-boiled eggs with a rich, spicy chili sauce. Perfectly balanced with the heat of red chilies and the fragrant aroma of aromatic herbs, this recipe is a tantalizing treat that’s sure to impress. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients
- 10 large eggs
- 10 red curly chilies
- 5 orange bird’s eye chilies (or adjust to taste)
- 5 shallots
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 large red tomato
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- Salt to taste
- Sugar to taste
- Water as needed
- Cooking oil
Instructions
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Prepare the Eggs: Clean the eggs thoroughly and then boil them until they are hard-cooked. Once done, peel the eggs and give them a brief fry in hot oil, ensuring they don’t become too dry or crispy. Set aside.
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Make the Spice Paste: Blend the red curly chilies, orange bird’s eye chilies, shallots, garlic, and red tomato into a smooth paste. Using a blender can speed up this process and ensure a fine texture.
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Cook the Spice Paste: Heat some cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste and sauté until it becomes fragrant. Incorporate the bay leaves and kaffir lime leaves into the paste, continuing to cook until the paste deepens in color to a rich, dark red.
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Simmer the Sauce: Add a bit of water to the pan and bring it to a boil. This will help to form a flavorful sauce base. Stir in the chicken bouillon powder, salt, and sugar to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
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Combine Eggs and Sauce: Gently add the fried eggs into the sauce, stirring carefully to coat each egg with the spicy mixture. Let the eggs simmer in the sauce for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
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Serve: Once the sauce has thickened and the eggs are well-coated, remove from heat. Serve the Telur Balado warm, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
This delectable dish brings together the bold flavors of Indonesian cuisine and is perfect for adding a spicy kick to any meal. Enjoy Telur Balado as an appetizer or a main dish with steamed rice.
