Introduction
Kerak telor is a traditional Betawi dish from Jakarta. This savory snack is usually served during the annual Jakarta Fair and other big events. The main ingredients are glutinous rice, grated coconut, and duck eggs. The dish is cooked on a clay stove and served hot with fried shallots and acar.
Ingredients
To make kerak telor, you will need the following ingredients:
- 250 grams glutinous rice
- 100 grams grated coconut
- 4 duck eggs
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground white pepper
- 2 tablespoons of fried shallots
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
Instructions
Follow these steps to make kerak telor:
- Wash the glutinous rice and soak it for 4 hours.
- Drain the rice and steam it for 20 minutes until cooked.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the grated coconut and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
- Beat the duck eggs and add them to the pan.
- Add the salt, sugar, and ground white pepper and mix well.
- Add the cooked glutinous rice and mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
- Cook the mixture on low heat while stirring continuously for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the kerak telor to a clay stove and cook until the top is crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot with fried shallots and acar.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information for one serving of kerak telor (200 grams):
- Calories: 463
- Protein: 10 grams
- Fat: 28 grams
- Carbohydrates: 47 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 644 milligrams
Tips and Variations
Here are some tips and variations to make your kerak telor even more delicious:
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom.
- Add more grated coconut for a richer flavor.
- Use chicken eggs instead of duck eggs if you can’t find them.
- Add some chopped scallions or chilies for a spicy kick.
- Serve the kerak telor with some sambal or kecap manis for extra flavor.
Conclusion
Kerak telor is a delicious and unique Indonesian dish that is perfect for special occasions or a weekend snack. With the right ingredients and cooking techniques, you can make your own kerak telor at home and impress your friends and family. Enjoy!
