Balado Telur Tahu Recipe
Ingredients:
- 5 eggs (2 boiled, 3 fried)
- 2 blocks of white tofu (cut into medium cubes)
- 5 red chilies
- 15 bird’s eye chilies
- 5 shallots
- 5 cloves of garlic
- Salt, to taste
- MSG (optional), to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Royco seasoning, to taste
- Sugar, to taste
- Soy sauce, to taste
- Water, as needed
Instructions:
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Prepare the Eggs: Begin by thoroughly cleaning and boiling 2 of the eggs until they are hard-boiled. If desired, you can also fry the boiled eggs later for added texture. For the remaining 3 eggs, fry them until the whites are crispy and golden brown, then set them aside.
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Prepare the Spice Paste: While the eggs are boiling, prepare the spice paste. Combine the red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, shallots, and garlic in a mortar and pestle, grinding them into a smooth paste.
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Fry the Tofu and Eggs: Heat oil in a pan and fry the tofu cubes until they are golden and crispy. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, fry the boiled eggs if you prefer them crispy, and then set them aside as well.
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Cook the Spice Paste: In a clean wok or large pan, add a little oil and sauté the spice paste until it releases a fragrant aroma. Add a small amount of water to the paste to help it cook evenly and to allow the flavors to meld.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the fried tofu and eggs to the pan with the spice paste. Stir well to coat the tofu and eggs with the spice mixture. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.
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Season the Dish: Season the dish with salt, a pinch of MSG (if using), black pepper, Royco seasoning, a bit of sugar, and a couple of dashes of soy sauce. Stir everything thoroughly, allowing the flavors to combine.
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Taste and Adjust: Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning as necessary to suit your preference.
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Serve: Once the flavors are well incorporated and the dish is heated through, transfer it to a serving plate. Enjoy your Balado Telur Tahu!
This Balado Telur Tahu recipe offers a delicious blend of spicy and savory flavors, perfect for a satisfying meal. Enjoy experimenting with this Indonesian favorite!
