Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

Eggs

boiled

3 unit

Onion

paste

1 tbsp

Garlic

paste

1 tbsp

Ginger

paste

2 unit

Tomato

puree

1 cup

Coconut Milk

4 unit

Green Chili

grated

0.5 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tbsp

Coriander Powder

1.5 tsp

Red Chili Powder

1 tsp

Cumin Powder

1 unit

Bay Leaf

1 inch

Cinnamon Stick

4 unit

Cloves

4 unit

Black Peppercorns

1 unit

Black Cardamom

2 unit

Green Cardamom

1 pinch

Salt

1 tbsp

Oil

1 tsp

Kasuri Methi (Dried Fenugreek Leaves)

1 tbsp

Cilantro

chopped

Step 1
~6 min

Boil eggs, peel, coat with turmeric powder, and set aside.

Step 2
~6 min

Heat oil in a pan and lightly fry the eggs until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 3
~6 min

Heat some more oil in the same pan.

Step 4
~6 min

Add bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, black peppercorns, large cardamom, and green cardamom. Sauté for 20-30 seconds.

Step 5
~6 min

Add onion paste, ginger paste, and garlic paste. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 6
~6 min

Add grated green chilies and tomato puree. Cook for 4-5 minutes.

Step 7
~6 min

Add red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 8
~6 min

Add 1/2 cup water and salt to taste. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 9
~6 min

Add coconut milk, mix well, and turn off the heat.

Step 10
~6 min

Add the fried eggs, dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi), and chopped cilantro. Mix gently.

Step 11
~6 min

Serve hot with tawa paratha and pudina pyaz kachumber salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili powder according to your spice preference.

Gently stir the curry after adding the eggs to avoid breaking them.

For a richer flavor, use homemade coconut milk.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Aromatic Spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with tawa paratha, rice, or naan.

Accompany with a side of raita or kachumber salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tawa Paratha
Pudina Pyaz Kachumber Salad
Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Bengal

Cultural Significance

A popular dish during festivals and celebrations in Bengali households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Durga Puja
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Family Meal
Weekend Cooking
Celebration Dish

Popularity Score

75/100

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