Indonesian tofo recipes
Savory Indonesian Chicken with Tofu and Egg Delight
Ayam Tahu Telur Recipe
Ingredients
| Main Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken | 8 pieces |
| Firm tofu | 5 blocks |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Spices | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shallots | 10 cloves |
| Garlic | 8 cloves |
| Roasted candlenuts | 5 pieces |
| Ground coriander | 1 tablespoon |
| Roasted turmeric | 2 pieces |
| Coconut milk (Kara) | 2 packets |
| Lemongrass | 2 stalks |
| Galangal | 1 piece |
| Bay leaves | 5 leaves |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Chicken broth powder | 1 packet |
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Begin by boiling the eggs until hard-boiled, then set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Chicken: Clean and cut the chicken into desired pieces.
- Make the Spice Paste: In a blender, combine shallots, garlic, roasted candlenuts, and roasted turmeric, then blend until smooth.
- Sauté the Spice Paste: Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste along with lemongrass, galangal, and bay leaves until fragrant.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pan and stir-fry until they change color, then pour in enough water to cover the chicken.
- Add Eggs and Tofu: Once the chicken starts to cook, add the boiled eggs (cut in half) and the tofu, which should be cut into cubes.
- Season the Dish: Sprinkle in the ground coriander, salt, sugar, pepper, and chicken broth powder. Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is tender.
- Finish with Coconut Milk: Finally, pour in the coconut milk and taste for seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring carefully to prevent the coconut milk from curdling.
Enjoy this delightful Ayam Tahu Telur dish, perfect for sharing with family and friends! 🍽️
