Balado Telur Rebon: Spicy Egg and Dried Shrimp Delight
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- 1 ounce dried shrimp (rebon)
- 15 curly red chilies (cabe keriting)
- 10 red bird’s eye chilies (rawit merah)
- 2 tomatoes
- 6 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- Sugar and salt to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Eggs: Begin by boiling the eggs until they are fully cooked. Once cooked, peel the eggs and set them aside.
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Fry the Dried Shrimp: Rinse the dried shrimp thoroughly. Heat oil in a pan and fry the dried shrimp until they are crispy and fragrant. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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Make the Spice Paste: In a blender or food processor, combine the shallots, garlic, curly red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, and tomatoes. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
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Cook the Paste: Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until it becomes aromatic and starts to thicken.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the peeled eggs and fried dried shrimp to the pan. Stir well to coat the eggs and shrimp with the spice paste.
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Season and Serve: Season with sugar and salt to taste, adjusting as needed to balance the flavors. Cook for a few more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Enjoy: Serve the Balado Telur Rebon hot as a flavorful and simple dish that’s both spicy and savory.
This Balado Telur Rebon recipe combines the rich taste of boiled eggs with the crunchy texture of fried dried shrimp, all enveloped in a fragrant and spicy paste. It’s a straightforward yet delicious dish that’s perfect for those who enjoy bold flavors.
