Telur Geprek: A Delightful Indonesian Spicy Egg Dish
Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 7 bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit)
- 1 small clove of garlic
- A small piece of shrimp paste (terasi)
- Sugar to taste
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Egg: Begin by cracking the egg into a bowl and whisking it until well combined. Heat a pan over medium heat, add a bit of oil, and pour in the whisked egg. Cook the egg into a flat omelette (dadar), ensuring both sides are lightly browned. Once cooked, remove from the pan and set aside.
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Prepare the Sambal: Wash the bird’s eye chilies and garlic thoroughly. Place them into a mortar and pestle, adding the shrimp paste. Grind the mixture until it forms a coarse paste. Adjust the taste with a bit of sugar and salt, blending well.
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Combine and Serve: Place the cooked omelette on a serving plate and spoon the sambal over the top. Gently press down on the omelette to let the sambal infuse its flavors.
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Enjoy: Serve the telur geprek with a generous portion of hot, steamed rice. The combination of spicy sambal and tender egg makes for an incredibly satisfying meal.
Enjoy the burst of flavors and the delightful heat of this Indonesian classic! 🌶️🍳
