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Spicy Shredded Tuna with Petai and Egg

Published
Sep 22, 2024
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2 min
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Ingredients

  • 6 pieces of canned tuna (shredded)
  • 1 small bowl of petai (stinky beans)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 shallots, finely sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 curly red chilies, sliced
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • Flavor enhancer (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil for sautéing

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tuna: Start by shredding the canned tuna into coarse pieces and set aside.

  2. Heat the Oil: In a pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the finely sliced shallots and minced garlic to the hot oil. Sauté until the shallots become translucent and the garlic releases its aromatic fragrance.

  3. Cook the Egg: Once the shallots and garlic are fragrant, pour in the beaten egg. Stir continuously until the egg is fully cooked and scrambled.

  4. Add the Tuna and Petai: Incorporate the shredded tuna into the pan, followed by the petai, bay leaf, and chopped tomato. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

  5. Season the Dish: Add salt, granulated sugar, and flavor enhancer (if using). Continue to stir until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and heated through.

  6. Final Touches: Cook until the mixture is fragrant and all the flavors have melded together. Remove from heat.

  7. Serve: Serve the shredded spicy tuna hot with steamed rice. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and the aromatic spices in every bite.

This dish brings together the distinctive flavors of tuna, petai, and a spicy kick, making it a perfect complement to a bowl of steaming rice. Bon appétit!