Spicy Egg Fry
Recipe Summary
- A quick and delicious recipe for spicy egg fry, where hard-boiled eggs are slit and pan-fried in a flavorful blend of Indian spices. This dish is perfect as a side for rice or as a standalone snack.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Water 2 cup
- Egg 6
- Oil 3 tbsp
- Ginger garlic paste 1 tbsp
- Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
- Pepper powder 1/2 tsp
- Cumin powder 1/2 tsp
- Salt 1 tsp
- Chilli powder 1 tbsp
- Coriander leaves for garnish
Tools You'll Need
- Pot
- Pan
- Knife
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
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.
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)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Boil the Eggs
In a pot, add 2 cups of water and carefully place 6 eggs. Bring the water to a boil and cook the eggs for .
Step 2: Peel the Eggs
Once boiled, cool the eggs down. Gently crack the shells and peel them completely.
Step 3: Slit the Eggs
Using a knife, make a few shallow vertical slits on all sides of the peeled eggs. This helps the masala to coat and flavor the eggs well.
Step 4: Sauté Spices
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, pepper powder, cumin powder, and salt. Sauté for about a minute until the raw smell disappears.
Step 5: Add Chilli Powder
Add the chilli powder to the pan and mix well with the other spices. Cook for another , being careful not to burn the masala.
Step 6: Fry the Eggs
Add the slit boiled eggs to the pan. Gently toss and stir to coat the eggs evenly with the masala paste. Fry for until the masala is well-cooked and sticks to the eggs.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Garnish the spicy egg fry with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
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