Indonesian Rujak-Spiced Omelette with Coconut Milk

Rujak-Spiced Omelette (Telur Dadar Bumbu Rujak)

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs
• 100 ml coconut milk (I used Kara brand, with 60 ml coconut milk and 40 ml water)
• Spice Paste:
  • 5 shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 large red chilies
  • 9 bird’s eye chilies
• Additional Ingredients:
  • 1 piece galangal, smashed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and sugar to taste
  • Sweet soy sauce to taste
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Omelette:

   • In a bowl, whisk the eggs together with a pinch of salt and the sliced green onions until well combined.
   • Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly oil it.
   • Pour the egg mixture into the pan, cooking until the omelette is fully set and golden brown. Once cooked, remove the omelette from the pan and let it cool slightly before cutting it into bite-sized pieces.

2. Prepare the Spice Paste:

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   • Blend the shallots, garlic, red chilies, and bird’s eye chilies into a smooth paste using a blender or food processor.

3. Cook the Spice Paste:

   • In the same pan used for the omelette, add a bit more oil if necessary and heat it over medium heat.
   • Sauté the spice paste until fragrant and cooked through.
   • Add the smashed galangal and bay leaves, and continue to sauté until the mixture is aromatic and the oil begins to separate.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the omelette pieces to the pan with the spice mixture, stirring gently to coat the omelette with the spices.
   • Pour in the coconut milk, and stir well to combine all ingredients.
   • Season with salt, sugar, and sweet soy sauce to taste, adjusting the flavors as desired.

5. Simmer and Serve:

   • Allow the mixture to simmer gently until the coconut milk has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
   • Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
   • Serve hot with steamed rice for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Enjoy this flavorful Rujak-Spiced Omelette, a unique and aromatic dish that pairs perfectly with warm rice for a complete and comforting meal.