Bado Telor vs. Tahu: A Flavorful Indonesian Delight
Ingredients:
- 1/4 pound chicken eggs (approximately 4 eggs)
- 5 pieces of yellow or white tofu
- 5 shallots
- 2 cloves garlic
- Chili peppers (to taste)
- 1 medium tomato
- Cooking oil (as needed)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning (such as Sasa or similar)
- 5 cups water (for boiling)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Eggs: Begin by boiling the eggs in a pot of water until they are fully cooked. Once the eggs are hard-boiled, remove them from the pot and let them cool. Once cool enough to handle, peel off the shells.
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Prepare the Tofu: While the eggs are cooling, cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces. Heat some cooking oil in a pan and fry the tofu pieces until they are golden and crispy. Remove the tofu from the pan and set it aside.
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Blend the Spices: In a blender or food processor, combine the shallots, garlic, chili peppers, and tomato. Blend until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
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Cook the Spices: In the same pan used for frying the tofu, add a little more cooking oil if needed. Heat the oil and sauté the blended spice paste until it becomes fragrant and the oil begins to separate from the paste.
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Add Seasoning: Season the paste with salt and Sasa (or a similar seasoning). Add a splash of water to the pan to prevent the paste from drying out.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the fried tofu and peeled hard-boiled eggs to the pan with the spice paste. Stir well to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly coated with the paste. Cook for a few more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if needed. Once everything is well-combined and heated through, remove from heat. Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful dish.
Happy Cooking! Enjoy creating this delicious Indonesian classic, and may it add a delightful touch to your culinary repertoire.
