Spicy Egg (sambal Telur)
Spicy Egg (Sambal Telur) is a popular dish in Peranakan cuisine, known for its bold flavors and aromatic spices. This dish combines hard-boiled eggs with a spicy sambal sauce, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- 5 shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 red chilies, sliced
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- In a pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
- Add the shallots, garlic, and red chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add the tamarind paste, sugar, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the hard-boiled eggs to the pan and coat them with the sambal sauce.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring gently to ensure the eggs are well coated.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Frying Pan Spatula
Tools
Knife Cutting Board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Spicy Egg (Sambal Telur) with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add more red chilies to the sambal sauce. Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
Cost
$8