Follow these steps for perfect results
Cumin powder (Jeera)
Coriander Powder (Dhania)
Green Chillies
slit
Red Chilli powder
Potato (Aloo)
cubed
Tomato
chopped
Cardamom (Elaichi) Pods/Seeds
crushed
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
finely chopped
Ginger Garlic Paste
Salt
to taste
Onion
sliced
Turmeric powder (Haldi)
Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Whole Eggs
Panch Phoran Masala
Salt
Sunflower Oil
Water
Onion
chopped
Whole Black Peppercorns
Bay leaf (tej patta)
Boil the eggs and potato separately.
De-shell the eggs.
Slightly slit the eggs and apply turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt.
Keep eggs aside.
Peel the potato and chop into cubes.
Apply turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt to the potato cubes.
Keep potato aside.
Grind chopped onion, cumin seeds, black pepper, and ginger-garlic paste together to make a puree.
Add water to the mixture if needed.
Keep the onion puree aside.
Make a puree of chopped tomato and keep aside.
Heat oil in a skillet.
Fry the eggs until golden brown.
Remove and keep the eggs aside.
Add potatoes to the same skillet and fry until golden brown.
Remove and keep the potatoes aside.
Add more oil to the skillet if needed.
Add bayleaf and crushed cardamom pods.
Add the onion puree and mix well.
Fry for 5 minutes.
Add tomato puree and mix well.
Add slit green chillies and mix.
Add spice powders (cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and panch phoron) and mix well.
Simmer for 10 minutes.
Add water gradually and let the gravy simmer for at least 10 more minutes.
Add potatoes and salt to taste and mix well.
Finally, add the eggs.
Simmer the gravy for 8 minutes.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Serve hot.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of red chili powder to control the spiciness.
For a richer flavor, use ghee instead of sunflower oil.
Garnish with a dollop of yogurt or cream for added richness.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
The curry can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with coriander leaves and a swirl of cream.
Serve with Jeera Rice.
Serve with Pudina Pyaz Kachumber Salad.
Serve with roti or naan.
Pairs well with the spice and richness of the curry.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Egg curries are a staple in Bengali cuisine, often enjoyed as a comforting and flavorful meal.
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