Today, I decided to cook it as balado, a dish that's earned its place as a classic in Indonesian cuisine. Originating from the Malay Palembang culture, balado is known for its signature spicy flavor. The bold, fiery spices are its hallmark, and they bring out the best in almost any ingredient.
So, this time, it's eggplant balado on the menu. The soft, creamy eggplant paired with the rich, spicy seasoning? A perfect balance that makes every bite unforgettable.
Ingredients:
3 medium purple eggplants
5 red chilies (adjust to taste)
3 cloves garlic
5 shallots
1 tomato
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
3 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions:
- Slice the eggplants lengthwise, fry until tender, and set aside.
- Blend chilies, garlic, shallots, and tomato into a coarse paste.
- Heat oil in a pan, sauté the blended spices until fragrant.
- Add salt and sugar, mix well.
- Toss in the fried eggplants and cook for 3 minutes until coated.
It’s quite simple, which is why I chose to make it. Complicated dishes tend to lead to disaster in my kitchen. Balado seasoning is versatile and works well not just for eggplants but also for other ingredients.
The Palembang people traditionally use it with fish, but it’s adaptable to vegetables too.
That’s all for today. I hope this post is acceptable. I’ve made mistakes in the past, often because I didn’t read the rules. Maybe this is just karma for being a lazy reader.
I'm not a fan of spicy food, but just seeing this dish has made me want to try some. The best thing is that it's quite simple 😋 Thank you very much for sharing the recipe with us 👍
Thank you so much for your kind comment! Honestly, I’m not a big fan of overly spicy food either. My version of "spicy" is probably much milder compared to what people around me enjoy. But that’s the beauty of recipes like this—you can always adjust the spice level to suit your taste. I hope you get to try it with just the right amount of heat for you!
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STOPI love eggplants so much and spicy food too, this recipe looks delicious to me ❤️❤️