🇮🇩 Indonesia · Food
Telur Kecap Pedas
By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
🇮🇩 IDA comforting Indonesian dish of hard-boiled eggs braised in a savory, spicy, and dark soy-based sauce. Perfect served over steaming hot rice.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Hard-boil the eggs for 9 minutes, then immediately cool in ice water before peeling carefully.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan and lightly fry the peeled eggs until the surface is slightly golden and blistered, then remove.
- 3
Finely slice the shallots, garlic, and bird eye chilies.
- 4
In the same pan, heat 1 tbsp of oil and sauté the sliced aromatics until they are fragrant and soft, about 3 minutes.
- 5
Pour in the soy sauce and water, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- 6
Return the fried eggs to the pan, ensuring they are coated in the liquid.
- 7
Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, basting the eggs frequently with the sauce until it reduces and thickens slightly.
- 8
Season with salt to taste and serve immediately with plenty of white rice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use sweet or salty soy sauce?+
In Indonesia, Kecap Manis (sweet soy sauce) is the traditional choice, but if unavailable, regular soy sauce mixed with a bit of sugar works well.
How do I get the skin on the eggs?+
Frying the boiled eggs briefly before braising creates a delightful texture that absorbs the sauce perfectly.
Is it very spicy?+
The level of heat depends on the bird eye chilies. Use fewer if you prefer a milder sauce.
Can I make this with fried eggs instead?+
While Telur Kecap (fried egg version) exists, the hard-boiled version allows for longer braising time, resulting in deeper flavor infusion.
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