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Smashed Boiled Eggs with Spicy Anchovy Sambal

Published
Sep 22, 2024
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Ingredients:

  • 5 large eggs
  • 1/2 ounce dried anchovies
  • 3-4 red curly chilies
  • 3-4 bird’s eye chilies
  • 3 shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions:

  1. Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot of water, bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes until hard-boiled. Once cooked, remove the eggs, let them cool, and then peel and set aside.

  2. Fry the Anchovies: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the dried anchovies until crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels. Set aside.

  3. Prepare the Sambal: In the same pan, add more oil if necessary, and fry the red curly chilies, bird’s eye chilies, shallots, and garlic until they are softened and slightly wilted.

  4. Grind the Sambal Ingredients: Transfer the fried ingredients to a mortar and pestle (or a food processor). Add the shrimp paste, salt, and sugar. Grind or blend until you achieve a smooth, thick paste. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

  5. Assemble the Dish: Gently smash the boiled eggs with the back of a spoon or a mortar, just enough to crack the surface. Arrange the smashed eggs on a serving plate and generously spoon the sambal mixture over the top. Sprinkle the crispy anchovies on top.

  6. Serve: Enjoy your Penyet Telur Rebus dan Teri Sambal Matang with warm rice for a delicious and hearty meal.

This dish combines the rich flavors of sambal with the savory crunch of fried anchovies and the comforting texture of smashed eggs. Perfect for a satisfying meal that brings a touch of Indonesian flair to your table!