Indonesian Marbled Hard Boiled Eggs Or Telur Pindan

Name: Indonesian Marbled Hard Boiled Eggs Or Telur Pindang
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 eggs; 3 teaspoons salt; 4 bay leaves; 4 guava, leaves (if available); 2 tablespoons ginger, grated or 2 tablespoons lemongrass, chopped; 2 red onions, only red peel of (optional for more reddish color); 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground; 1/2 teaspoon coriander, ground; 1 teaspoon turmeric, ground (optional); 3 black tea bags

Servings: persons

1
Wash your eggs!
2
Combine all ingredients (without black tea bags) in a saucepan.
3
Bring slowly to a boil with enogh water to cover them.
4
After 10 minutes lift the eggs out and place in cold water.
5
When eggs are cool enough to handle, gently crack the shells with the back of a spoon until the entire shell is a network of cracks, do not peel!
6
Return eggs in the pot; add teabags.
7
Continue to boil until almost all the water has evaporated and eggs are dark brown. This step takes about 2-3 hours. Stir occasionally during cooking time!
8
Peel eggs and, if possible, serve with Indonesian dishes.

175

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 eggs, 3 teaspoons salt, 4 bay leaves, 4 guava, leaves (if available), and more.

Yes, Indonesian Marbled Hard Boiled Eggs Or Telur Pindang falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Indonesian Marbled Hard Boiled Eggs Or Telur Pindang

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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