- Blend shallots, garlic, terasi, and chili until really smooth. Then add in salt and sugar to taste 
- Heat the oil, then saute everything, until a bit bubbly 
- Add in washed petai, either halved or full round ones, stir well 
- Taste the cooking, if its tasty enough, wait until petai tender a bit (not hard, which means its cooked). 
- Serve with hot rice and other side dishes.