Gulai Telur

Name: Gulai Telur
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 8 large eggs, hard boiled, peeled and halved; 1 onions, diced; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp ground coriander; 2 tbsp galangal paste; 2 cups coconut milk; 1 cup vegetable broth; 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised; 4 kaffir lime leaves; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 2 tsp palm sugar

Spiced egg curry with turmeric, galangal, and coconut milk. Creamy, aromatic, and deeply comforting. A vegetarian staple of Indonesian cooking.

40 minMediumServes 4320 cal/serving

IndonesianDinnerStovetopVegetarian

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Ingredients

8 large eggs, hard boiled, peeled and halved
1 onions, diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
2 tbsp galangal paste
2 cups coconut milk
1 cup vegetable broth
2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
4 kaffir lime leaves
1/2 tsp sea salt
2 tsp palm sugar

Instructions

1

In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp coconut oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onions, 6 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
2

Stir in 1 tsp ground turmeric, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, and 2 tbsp galangal paste. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
3

Pour in 2 cups coconut milk and 1 cup vegetable broth. Add 2 bruised lemongrass stalks and 4 kaffir lime leaves. Bring to a simmer.
4

Gently add 8 peeled and halved large eggs, hard boiled to the simmering liquid. Season with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 2 tsp palm sugar.
5

Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring gently occasionally. The curry should be fragrant and rich.
6

Taste and adjust seasonings. Remove lemongrass stalks. Serve hot over steamed rice.

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What is Gulai Telur?

Spiced egg curry with turmeric, galangal, and coconut milk. Creamy, aromatic, and deeply comforting. A vegetarian staple of Indonesian cooking. This reference files it under Indonesian dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 40 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Gulai Telur?

As written, 40 minutes: 15 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (12 minutes): "Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring gently occasionally."

What can I use instead of galangal in Gulai Telur?

The entry for Gulai Telur calls for 2 tbsp galangal paste. In its place: Fresh ginger with a little lime zest is the workable substitute. Galangal is more piney and peppery, so the result reads slightly different.

Does Gulai Telur contain eggs?

Yes: 8 large eggs, hard boiled, peeled and halved. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Gulai Telur?

Refrigerate what is left of Gulai Telur within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

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