Telor Balado: A Flavorful Indonesian Spicy Egg Dish
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Eggs (large) | 5 pieces |
| Cooking oil | 200 ml (approximately) |
| Kaffir lime leaves | 2-4 leaves |
| Chicken bouillon (Royco) | 1 tablespoon or to taste |
| Granulated sugar | ½ tablespoon or to taste |
| Spice Paste | |
| Curly red chilies | 6 pieces |
| Large red chilies | 2 pieces |
| Bird’s eye chilies | 2 pieces |
| Shallots | 3-4 cloves |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Small to medium-sized tomato | 1 piece (or ¾ of one) |
Instructions
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Boil the Eggs: Begin by boiling the eggs in water until they are fully cooked, approximately 10-12 minutes. While the eggs are boiling, prepare the spice paste.
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Roughly chop the curly red chilies, large red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, shallots, garlic, and the tomato. Place these ingredients into a blender, adding a small amount of water to assist in blending. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
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Fry the Eggs: Once the eggs are boiled and cooled, peel them carefully. To prevent the eggs from cracking while frying, gently poke several holes in each egg with a fork. Heat the cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the eggs until the surface is golden brown. Remove the eggs from the oil and set them aside.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: In the same pan, using the oil left from frying the eggs, add the prepared spice paste and the kaffir lime leaves. Sauté for a few minutes until the paste is fragrant and the oil begins to separate.
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Season the Mixture: Add the chicken bouillon and granulated sugar to the sautéed mixture. Stir well and allow it to cook until the mixture thickens slightly.
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Combine and Serve: Gently add the fried eggs back into the pan, stirring to coat them evenly with the spice mixture. Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens and adheres to the eggs.
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Final Touch: Once done, remove from heat and transfer the dish to a serving plate. Enjoy your Telor Balado as a delightful accompaniment to steamed rice or as a standalone dish.
Tips for Perfect Telor Balado:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the spice paste to maximize flavor.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by varying the number of chilies according to your taste preferences.
This Telor Balado recipe offers a delightful combination of flavors and heat, sure to be a hit at your dining table. Enjoy the vibrant taste of Indonesian cuisine!
