Indonesian Spicy Coconut Egg Stew

Rendang Telur: A Flavorful Indonesian Delight

Ingredients:

• 8 large eggs
• 1 liter of thick coconut milk (extracted from 3 mature coconuts)
• Spice Paste:
  • 8 shallots
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 cm ginger
  • 10 red curly chilies
  • 4 cm galangal, smashed
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 small turmeric leaf
• 1 sachet of diabetic-friendly sweetener (or to taste)
• Salt and ground pepper, to taste
• A little vegetable oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Eggs:
   Begin by boiling the eggs until fully cooked. Once cooled, peel the eggs and set them aside.

2. Prepare the Spice Paste:
   Using a food processor or mortar and pestle, blend the shallots, garlic, ginger, and red chilies into a smooth paste.

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3. Sauté the Aromatics:
   Heat a small amount of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste, galangal, lemongrass, bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, and turmeric leaf. Sauté until the mixture becomes fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.

4. Cook the Coconut Milk:
   Pour in the coconut milk and stir continuously. Be sure to keep stirring to prevent the coconut milk from curdling. Cook until the oil begins to separate from the coconut milk and the sauce thickens slightly.

5. Simmer the Eggs:
   Once the oil has separated and the sauce has thickened, gently add the boiled eggs to the pan. Stir the eggs carefully to coat them evenly with the sauce. Continue to simmer until the sauce darkens and reduces to a rich, thick consistency.

6. Final Touches:
   Season the dish with sweetener, salt, and ground pepper to taste. Keep cooking until the sauce is almost dry and has caramelized to a deep brown or blackened color.

7. Serve:
   Turn off the heat and transfer the rendang telur to a serving plate immediately to prevent it from burning. Serve hot and enjoy the rich, savory flavors of this traditional Indonesian dish.

Enjoy this sumptuous and aromatic Rendang Telur as a standout addition to your meal, bringing a taste of Indonesia to your dining table.