Terong Balado Balacan (grilled Eggplant With Spicy Tomato And Shrimp Paste)

Terong Balado Balacan is a traditional dish from Manado cuisine that features grilled eggplant topped with a spicy tomato and shrimp paste sauce. This dish is bursting with bold and savory flavors, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy spicy Indonesian cuisine.

Terong Balado Balacan (grilled Eggplant With Spicy Tomato And Shrimp Paste)

Ingredients

  • 4 medium-sized eggplants
  • 4 tablespoons shrimp paste (balacan)
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 5 red chilies, finely chopped
  • 4 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the eggplants for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until charred and tender.
  3. In a pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp paste (balacan) and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, red chilies, sugar, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened.
  6. Place the grilled eggplants on a serving plate and generously spoon the spicy tomato and shrimp paste sauce over the top.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Grill Pan Serving plate

Tools

Tongs Spatula Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Terong Balado Balacan with steamed white rice and a side of fresh cucumber slices.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the amount of red chilies according to your preferred level of spiciness. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice for a tangy kick.

Cost

$10