Sambal Balado Tahu Telur
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Eggs | 4 large |
| Tofu | 3 blocks, cut into 6 pieces each |
| Red chilies | 10 |
| Bird’s eye chilies | 4 |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Shallots | 5 |
| Small tomato | 1, diced |
| Salt | to taste |
| Sugar | to taste |
| Water | as needed |
| Cooking oil | for frying |
Instructions
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Fry the Eggs and Tofu: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the eggs until golden and cook the tofu pieces until crispy. Remove and set aside.
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Prepare the Spice Paste: In a blender, combine red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, garlic, and shallots. Blend until smooth.
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Cook the Spice Mixture: In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Sauté the blended spice paste over medium heat until fragrant and cooked through.
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Add Tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomato and cook until softened.
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Season the Sauce: Pour in some water, then season with salt and sugar. Mix well and let simmer for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
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Combine with Eggs and Tofu: Gently add the fried eggs and tofu to the pan. Toss everything together until well coated in the sambal sauce.
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Serve: Your Sambal Balado Tahu Telur is now ready to be served! Enjoy this vibrant dish with steamed rice for a delightful meal.
This dish embodies the ultimate balance of flavors, combining the spiciness of sambal with the richness of eggs and tofu, making it a perfect addition to any meal.
