Introduction
Sambal Balado Telur is a spicy Indonesian dish made with eggs and sambal, a chili-based sauce. This dish is perfect for breakfast or lunch, and it’s easy to make with just a few ingredients. The spicy, tangy taste of the sambal and the creamy texture of the eggs make for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make Sambal Balado Telur:
- 6 eggs
- 3 shallots, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 10-15 red chilies, chopped
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make Sambal Balado Telur:
- Boil the eggs for 10-12 minutes until hard-boiled. Peel and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the shallots, garlic, and lemongrass until fragrant.
- Add the chopped chilies and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
- Add salt, sugar, and kaffir lime leaves. Mix well.
- Add the boiled eggs to the pan and coat them with the sambal mixture.
- Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the eggs are well coated and the sambal has thickened.
- Remove from heat and serve hot with rice or bread.
Nutrition
Here’s the nutritional information for Sambal Balado Telur:
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
Tips for Serving
You can serve Sambal Balado Telur with rice, bread, or even noodles. You can also add vegetables like green beans or potatoes to the dish for a more filling meal. If you can’t handle too much spice, you can reduce the number of chilies or remove the seeds before chopping them. You can also use a milder chili like red bell pepper instead. Don’t forget to garnish with some fresh herbs like cilantro or scallions for added flavor and color.
