Indonesian Spicy Egg and Eggplant Delight

Egg and Eggplant Sambal

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 eggplant
• Palm sugar
• Ground spices:
  • 4 chili peppers (adjust according to taste)
  • 1 tomato
  • 5 shallots
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Salt

Steps

1. Fry the Eggs and Eggplant:

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   • Start by frying the eggs until they are cooked through. Set them aside.
   • Slice the eggplant into pieces and fry until they turn golden brown. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Sambal Paste:

   • Grind the spices to a paste. You can use a mortar and pestle or a blender, depending on your preference. The spice mixture should include the chili peppers, tomato, shallots, garlic, and a pinch of salt.

3. Cook the Sambal:

   • Heat some cooking oil in a pan.
   • Once the oil is hot, add the ground spice paste. Sauté until the mixture is fragrant and the raw aroma dissipates.
   • Add a bit of palm sugar to balance the flavors. Stir well.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add a small amount of water to the spice mixture. Let it simmer until it comes to a boil.
   • Once boiling, add the fried eggs and eggplant to the pan. Stir gently to ensure that the eggs and eggplant are well-coated with the sambal and the flavors are fully absorbed.

5. Serve:

   • Once everything is well combined and heated through, transfer the dish to a serving plate.
   • Enjoy your Egg and Eggplant Sambal with steamed rice for a satisfying meal.

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This recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy the rich flavors of Indonesian cuisine with a simple yet delightful dish that brings together the hearty texture of eggs and the tender goodness of eggplant, all enveloped in a spicy sambal that can be adjusted to your preferred level of heat.