Roti, rice, and pulao—what dish would match this trio? Egg masala curry would be the perfect answer!
From the spicy heat of the chili flakes to the rich, mouthwatering smell of ghee, egg masala curry is a delightful fusion of savory and spices. The soft, creamy eggs are surrounded by a delicious curry masala that’s so bold that it makes every bite a standout experience.
The thick curry masala typically includes aromatic spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon that bring a sense of warmth and a slightly sweet taste to the dish. Ground spices like turmeric bring a vibrant golden hue, while cumin powder adds a warm, nutty flavor profile.
Meanwhile, red chili powder delivers a spicy kick, and combined with Kashmiri red chili powder, the curry turns a vibrant color with a mild fruity scent!
How To Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs Easily?
Sometimes, preparation takes longer than the actual cooking itself!
Peeling hard-boiled eggs has always been the trickiest part of any egg dish. Whether I leave some bits of shells behind, miss a big chunk, or simply take too much time peeling the eggs, I always have trouble getting them just right!
Over the years, I have gathered some techniques to make it easy, and today, I am excited to share them with you so that you can skip the hassle!
Boil The Eggs
Grab a deep cooking pot and put it on the stove over medium-high heat. Place the eggs in the pot in a single layer. Pour cold water to cover the eggs by one inch and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the eggs simmer for about 10-12 minutes, depending on how firm you want them to be.
Cool The Eggs
Transfer the boiled eggs to an ice bath or immediately place them in a bowl of cold water. This helps stop the cooking process.
Crack The Shell
Gently tap an egg on top of a counter or a hard surface. You can also use the edge of a bowl for this purpose. Roll the eggs lightly to create more cracks in the shell. You can also place the eggs in a closed container and gently shake the box to loosen the shells.
Peel The Shell
Start peeling the bigger cracked chunks. Grab the edge of one cracked piece and gently pull it away to peel off the rest of the egg.
Rinse, Dry and Get Ready To Cook!
Rinse the egg under running water to remove any shell fragments, and pat the egg dry with a paper towel. The eggs are now ready to cook the best dhaba style egg curry.
Recipe Card
Egg Masala Curry
Ingredients
For Marination
- 6 large-size Eggs (Hard-Boiled)
- ¼ tsp / ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp / ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
- ¼ tsp Red Chili Powder
For Cooking
- 2 tbsp / 30 ml Cooking Oil
- 2 tbsp / 30 ml Clarified Butter (Ghee)
- 2 Cardamom
- 2 Cloves
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
- 2 Bay Leaves
- ½ tsp / 1 g Whole Cumin
- ½ tsp / 1 g Chili Flakes
- 1 medium size Onion (Finely Chopped)
- 2 Green Chili
- 1 tbsp / 15 g Garlic Ginger Paste
- ½ tsp / 3 g Salt
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
- ½ tsp / 1 g Garam Masala
- ½ tsp / 1 g Kashmiri Chili Powder
- ½ tsp / 1 g Cumin Powder
- ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
- ½ tsp / 1 g Red Chili Powder
- ½ tsp / 1 g Coriander Powder
- 2 ¼ cup / 532 ml Water (Divided)
- 2 medium-size Tomatoes (Finely Chopped)
For Garnishing
- 2 Green Chilis
- 1 tsp / 1 g Fenugreek Leaves (Dried)
- 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves
Equipments
Instructions
Marinate The Eggs
- In a mixing bowl, place 6 large hard-boiled eggs. Make 3-4 slits on each egg using a knife.
- Sprinkle ¼ tsp of salt, ¼ tsp of turmeric powder, and ¼ tsp of red chili powder over the eggs.
- Gently shake the bowl to coat the eggs with the spices.
Fry The Eggs
Saute The Spices
- In the same pan, add 2 tbsp of clarified butter or ghee.
- Add cardamoms, cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, and bay leaves to the pan.
- Sprinkle ½ tsp of whole cumin and ½ tsp of chili flakes. Stir with a spatula to prevent burning.
- Add 1 medium size finely chopped onion and 2 green chilis to the spice.
- Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Prepare The Curry
- Add 1 tbsp of garlic ginger paste to the pan.
- Sprinkle ½ tsp of salt, ¼ tsp of black pepper, and ½ tsp of garam masala over the mix.
- Add ½ tsp of Kashmiri chili powder and ½ tsp of cumin powder to add flavor to the dish.
- Add 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, and 1/2 tsp coriander powder to the pan and stir to mix everything well.
Combine Eggs And Masala Gravy
- Pour ¼ cup of water into the pan. Stir well and cook until oil separates.
- Add 2 medium-sized finely chopped tomatoes and stir to coat them with the spices.
- Bring the curry to a simmer and add 1 cup of water. Stir and mix all the ingredients well.
- Cover the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes.
- Open the lid and stir the curry.
- Add the fried eggs to the pan and stir to coat them with the spices.
- Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes over low heat.
Garnish and Serve
- Open the lid of the pan and stir the dish.
- Garnish the egg masala with 2 green chilis, 1 tsp of dried fenugreek leaves, and coriander leaves.
- Stir to combine everything and serve it hot with plain rice.
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The spices, tomatoes, and sauteed onions create a flavor party where every spoonful is a delicious blend of bold, aromatic, and spicy taste. When you start cooking anda curry or egg masala recipe, your kitchen will fill with the aroma of these spices and fried eggs. Give this egg masala gravy a go, and enjoy the hearty flavors in every bite!
Try my egg masala curry recipe to experience this easy yet incredibly delicious dish. It combines a burst of masala flavor with protein-packed eggy goodness.
Recipe FAQs
To make a masala recipe, you can use vegetables of your choice, including bell peppers, potatoes, peas, spinach, cauliflower, carrots, and zucchini. Cook the vegetables while sauteing the onions and spices, and add the eggs at the final cooking stage.
Ghee adds richness to the masala egg gravy. However, you can use regular cooking oil or butter as alternatives.
Choose a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pan to prevent the masala egg curry from burning and ensure even cooking.
