Orak-Arik Egg with Spicy Onions and Shrimp Paste
Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 5 small chili peppers (adjust to taste)
- 3 curly chilies (adjust to taste)
- 10 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 packet of shrimp paste (terasi)
- Sugar, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 1 teaspoon of chicken bouillon powder (such as Royco)
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
Instructions:
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Prepare the Eggs: Heat oil in a pan and fry the eggs until they are fully cooked. Once done, remove the eggs from the pan, break them into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
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Slice the Aromatics: Thinly slice all the chilies and garlic. For the garlic, cut each clove into 3 to 4 large slices to enhance the flavor.
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Cook the Shrimp Paste: In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Heat the oil and add the shrimp paste, stirring continuously until it becomes fragrant and starts to dissolve.
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Sauté the Aromatics: Add the sliced chilies and garlic to the pan with the shrimp paste. Sauté until the mixture becomes aromatic and the garlic turns golden.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the pre-cooked, broken eggs into the pan. Season with sugar, salt, and chicken bouillon powder to taste. Stir well to combine all the flavors and ensure the eggs are coated with the aromatic mixture.
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Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional sugar, salt, or chicken bouillon powder.
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Serve: Once the flavors are well blended and the dish is heated through, your Orak-Arik Egg with Spicy Onions and Shrimp Paste is ready to serve. Enjoy this flavorful and savory dish!
This recipe brings together simple ingredients to create a deliciously spicy and savory dish perfect for any meal. Enjoy making and savoring this traditional Indonesian comfort food!
