Spicy Indonesian Fried Eggs (Telor Sambal)

Telor Sambal: A Flavorful Indonesian Egg Dish

Ingredients:

• 5 large eggs
• 10 red chilies (adjust according to heat preference)
• 3 bird’s eye chilies (adjust according to heat preference)
• 5 shallots
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 large tomato
• 3 kaffir lime leaves, torn
• A pinch of sugar
• Salt or seasoning (such as Indofood Magic seasoning)
• Oil for frying
• Ice water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Eggs:

   • Place the eggs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the eggs are hard-boiled.
   • Once cooked, drain the hot water and immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water. This step helps the eggs cool quickly and makes them easier to peel, ensuring they remain smooth and unmarred.

2. Fry the Eggs:

   • Peel the cooled eggs and briefly fry them in hot oil until the surface is slightly crispy. This step adds a delightful texture to the eggs.

3. Prepare the Sambal Base:

   • Heat oil in a pan and fry the red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, shallots, garlic, and tomato until the ingredients are softened and fragrant.
   • Transfer the mixture to a mortar and pestle or a food processor and coarsely grind it.

4. Cook the Sambal:

   • In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté the ground sambal mixture along with the torn kaffir lime leaves. The oil should be sufficient to keep the sambal from drying out, as no additional water is added in this recipe.
   • Cook the sambal mixture briefly until it’s aromatic and well-combined, as the spices are already cooked.

5. Season and Combine:

   • Add a pinch of sugar and salt or seasoning to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
   • Gently stir in the fried eggs, ensuring they are coated with the sambal mixture. Cook for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

6. Finish and Serve:

   • Once the sambal has coated the eggs and is well-seasoned, remove from heat.
   • Serve the Telor Sambal warm as a flavorful side dish or main course.

This Telor Sambal combines the rich flavors of fried eggs with a spicy, aromatic sambal, perfect for enhancing your meal with an authentic Indonesian touch.