Spicy Egg Curry

Ready in

35 mins

Cuisine

Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Serving

2-3 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
Recipe by Cook & Explore with Radhika on YouTube
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Heat Oil

    Heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pot over medium heat.

  2. Sauté Onions

    Add 2 large thinly sliced onions to the hot oil and fry, stirring occasionally, until they turn translucent and lightly golden brown, about .

  3. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste

    Add 1 tablespoon of ginger-garlic paste and for until fragrant.

  4. Cook Tomatoes

    Add 3 medium thinly sliced tomatoes to the pot and cook, stirring, until they soften and release their juices, about .

  5. Add Spices

    Stir in 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of red chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and cook the spices with the vegetables until the oil begins to separate from the mixture, approximately .

  6. Add Green Chilies and Coriander

    Place 2 whole green chilies on top of the curry and garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh coriander leaves.

  7. Add Boiled Eggs

    Gently arrange 4 halved boiled eggs into the curry, ensuring they are partially submerged in the sauce.

  8. Serve

    Serve the spicy egg curry hot with parathas or rotis.

Before You Cook

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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)

  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)

  • No Egg?

    • 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
    • 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.
AllergensThis recipe contains eggs.
Eggs

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • For a thicker gravyCustomise

    You can add a tablespoon of tomato paste or a small amount of cashew paste.

  • Add a splash of waterCustomise

    Add a splash of water or coconut milk if you prefer a more liquid gravy consistency.

  • Garnish with a squeeze of

    Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an added tangy flavor.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Flavour tipAdjust the Amount of Red

    Adjust the amount of red chili powder and green chilies according to your preferred spice level.

  • Flavour tipEnsure the Onions Are Properly

    Ensure the onions are properly caramelized to achieve a rich flavor base for the curry.

  • Cooking tipGently Add the Boiled Eggs

    Gently add the boiled eggs to avoid breaking them.

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