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Kerak Telor with Sambal Oelek Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup fried shallots
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup sambal oelek
- 1/4 cup sweet soy sauce
- 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried shrimp, chopped
- 1/4 cup scallions, chopped

Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick pan
- Rice cooker

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the jasmine rice and add it to the rice cooker with 2 cups of water. Cook until done.
2. In a non-stick pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Crack the eggs into the pan and let them cook until the whites are set.
4. Sprinkle the fried shallots, grated coconut, peanuts, and dried shrimp over the eggs.
5. Drizzle the sweet soy sauce over the top.
6. Cover the pan and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until the toppings are heated through.
7. Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle the scallions over the top.
8. Serve the kerak telor with sambal oelek on the side.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 15g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Fried shallots can be substituted with sliced onions.
- Grated coconut can be substituted with coconut flakes.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with any neutral oil.
- Sambal oelek can be substituted with any hot sauce.
- Sweet soy sauce can be substituted with regular soy sauce and brown sugar.

Variations:
- Add sliced jalapenos for extra heat.
- Use quail eggs instead of chicken eggs.
- Add diced chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the rice is cooked before starting the eggs.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the eggs from sticking.
- Don't overcook the eggs, they should be slightly runny in the middle.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the kerak telor on a banana leaf for a traditional presentation.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with additional scallions and peanuts.

Pairings:
- Serve with a refreshing cucumber salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Nasi goreng (Indonesian fried rice)
- Gado-gado (Indonesian salad with peanut sauce)

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the eggs stick to the pan, use a spatula to gently loosen them.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the eggs are fully cooked before serving.

Food history:
- Kerak telor is a traditional Indonesian street food made with eggs and various toppings.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a snack or appetizer.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Tangy, Umami, Aromatic