Gulai Telur Makassar (makassar-style Egg Curry)

Gulai Telur Makassar is a traditional dish from the Makassar cuisine, known for its rich and aromatic flavors. This Makassar-style Egg Curry is a delightful combination of eggs cooked in a flavorful and spicy coconut milk-based curry.

Gulai Telur Makassar (makassar-style Egg Curry)

Ingredients

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 2 red chilies, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 2 kaffir lime leaves

Instructions

  1. In a pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and red chilies. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
  2. Add the turmeric, coriander, and cumin powder. Stir well to combine with the sautéed ingredients.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and add the kaffir lime leaves. Bring the curry to a gentle simmer.
  4. Once the curry is simmering, gently add the hard-boiled eggs. Let the eggs simmer in the curry for about 10 minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
  5. Season the curry with sugar and salt according to your taste. Stir gently to mix the seasoning into the curry.
  6. Once the eggs are heated through and the flavors have melded, remove the curry from the heat.
  7. Serve the Gulai Telur Makassar hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Pan Spatula Knife Cutting Board

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Gulai Telur Makassar pairs wonderfully with steamed white rice and a side of fresh cucumber and tomato salad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, you can add more red chilies or a dash of chili powder to the curry.

Cost

$10