Sweet Soy Sauce Eggs: Easy Indonesian Semur Telor Recipe

Simple Semur Telor (Indonesian Sweet Soy Sauce Eggs)

Ingredients:

• 7 large eggs
• 1 red chili, sliced diagonally
• 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
• Water, as needed
• Salt, to taste
• Sweet soy sauce, to taste
• For the Spice Paste:
  • 6 shallots
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 2 candlenuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Eggs:

   • You can either fry the eggs or boil them according to your preference. For fried eggs, heat a small amount of oil in a skillet and fry each egg until the whites are set and the edges are crispy. For boiled eggs, cook the eggs in boiling water until they are hard-boiled, then peel and set aside.

2. Make the Spice Paste:

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   • Blend the shallots, garlic cloves, candlenuts, and black pepper into a smooth paste using a food processor or mortar and pestle.

3. Cook the Spice Paste:

   • Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sliced red chili. Sauté until the mixture is fragrant and the shallots are translucent.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add a bit of water to the pan to create a sauce base. Gently place the fried or boiled eggs into the pan. Stir in sweet soy sauce, salt, and brown sugar.

5. Simmer:

   • Allow the mixture to simmer until the sauce slightly reduces and thickens. Adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding more salt or sweet soy sauce if needed.

6. Serve:

   • Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, remove from heat. Serve the eggs hot, garnished with additional sliced chili if desired.

This simple yet flavorful Semur Telor is perfect for a comforting meal and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice. Enjoy the rich, savory sweetness of this classic Indonesian dish!