Indonesian egg recipes
Savory Indonesian Tofu and Egg Stew (Semur Tahu Telur)
Semur Tahu Telur
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Chicken eggs, boiled | 6 pieces |
| Silken tofu, fried | 6 pieces |
| Water | 500 ml |
| Spice Blend: | |
| Shallots, finely chopped | 5 cloves |
| Garlic, finely chopped | 3 cloves |
| Nutmeg (whole) | 1/4 piece |
| Whole black pepper | 1/2 tsp |
| Toasted coriander seeds | 1/2 tsp |
| Toasted candlenuts | 5 pieces |
| Aromatics: | |
| Lemongrass, bruised | 1 stalk |
| Galangal, bruised | 1 segment |
| Bay leaves | 2 leaves |
| Salt, sweet soy sauce & Royco | To taste |
Instructions
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Sauté the Aromatics: In a pan, heat oil and sauté the finely chopped spice blend and aromatics until fragrant and thoroughly cooked, ensuring no raw smell remains.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the boiled eggs and fried tofu to the pan, stirring gently to coat them in the aromatic mixture.
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Add Liquids and Season: Pour in the water, then season with salt, sweet soy sauce, and Royco. Mix well and adjust to taste.
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Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer until the liquid reduces and the spices infuse into the tofu and eggs, ensuring a rich flavor.
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Serve: Once ready, remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with crispy fried shallots on top.
Enjoy this delightful Semur Tahu Telur, a comforting dish that beautifully blends textures and flavors!
