This comforting Gulai Telur, featuring eggs in a rich coconut broth with a colorful array of vegetables, makes for an ultimate dish that’s both nourishing and delightful. Perfect for a family gathering, this recipe showcases the vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 | Eggs (large) |
| 1 pack | Kara coconut milk |
| 1 handful | Dried shrimp (ebi kering) |
| 5 | Fried Tahu Sumedang, cut into quarters |
| 10 | Green beans (buncis), sliced diagonally |
| 1 | Carrot, julienned |
| 5 leaves | Cabbage (kol) |
| 1 stalk | Lemongrass (serai), bruised |
| 2 leaves | Bay leaves (daun salam) |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground galangal (lengkuas bubuk) |
| To taste | Salt and seasoning |
| Spice Paste: | |
| 10 | Red chilies |
| 5 | Bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit) |
| 5 | Shallots (bawang merah) |
| 3 | Garlic cloves (bawang putih) |
| 2 | Candlenuts (kemiri) |
| 1 piece | Turmeric (kunyit) |
| 1 piece | Ginger (jahe) |
Instructions
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Blend together the red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, shallots, garlic, candlenuts, turmeric, and ginger until smooth.
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Cook the Base: In a large pot, combine the spice paste, bruised lemongrass, bay leaves, ground galangal, and one pack of Kara coconut milk. Add water and stir gently to prevent the coconut milk from curdling. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
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Add Vegetables: Once boiling, add the green beans and julienned carrots. Cook until slightly tender, then incorporate the cabbage, fried tahu, and dried shrimp.
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Add the Eggs: Finally, gently crack the eggs into the pot, being careful not to break the yolks. Cover and simmer until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
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Season to Taste: Adjust the flavor with salt and seasoning as needed. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
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Serve: Ladle the Gulai Telur and vegetables into bowls, enjoying the delightful combination of flavors and textures.
This dish is best served with steamed rice, making for a hearty meal that embodies the love and warmth of home cooking. Enjoy the delightful fusion of flavors and the comforting aroma that fills your kitchen!