Spicy Soy-Glazed Eggs and Crispy Tofu Delight
Recipe: Spicy Soy Sauce Eggs and Tofu (Telur Tahu Bumbu Ayam Kecap)
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Eggs | 2 large |
| Firm tofu | 1 block |
| Shallots | 3 cloves |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Onion | 1/2 medium |
| Large green chili peppers | 3 pieces |
| Bird’s eye chili peppers | 5 pieces |
| Tomato | 1/2 piece |
| Green onions (scallions) | 1 stalk |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Water | As needed |
| Sweet soy sauce | 2 tablespoons |
| Cooking oil | 1 tablespoon |
Instructions
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Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 8 minutes until hard-boiled. Once done, cool them under cold water and peel.
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Prepare the Tofu: Slice the tofu into cubes and fry them in hot oil until they are lightly golden. Drain on paper towels.
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Make the Spice Paste: Blend the shallots and garlic until smooth.
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Chop the Vegetables: Thinly slice the onion, green chilies, scallions, tomato, and bird’s eye chilis.
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Sauté the Base: In a pan, heat some oil and sauté the sliced onion along with the spice paste until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Add enough water to the pan, then stir in the sugar, salt, pepper, and sweet soy sauce. Mix well.
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Add the Main Ingredients: Gently add the boiled eggs, fried tofu, green chilies, and bird’s eye chilis into the mixture. Stir to combine, cover, and let simmer until the sauce reduces.
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Taste and Garnish: Adjust seasoning as needed. Finally, sprinkle the chopped scallions and tomato on top, stirring gently. Cover for a few more moments before turning off the heat.
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Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy this delightful dish warm, perfect as a side or main course!
This recipe combines the richness of eggs and tofu with a delightful spicy soy sauce, creating a satisfying and flavorful meal that’s sure to impress.
