Follow these steps for perfect results
Sunflower Oil
Dry Red Chillies
Salt
to taste
Poppy seeds
Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Ginger
chopped
Fresh coconut
grated
Garam masala powder
Green Chillies
chopped
Spinach
Onion
chopped
Cloves (Laung)
Bay leaf (tej patta)
Tomatoes
chopped
Whole Egg
boiled
Garlic
chopped
Turmeric powder (Haldi)
Badam (Almond)
Prepare hard-boiled eggs, peel and halve them.
Grind onion, ginger, garlic, green chillies, and almonds into a smooth paste.
Heat oil in a kadai, add cumin seeds, cloves, bay leaf, and dry red chillies.
Add the ground paste and stir-fry until the raw smell of the onions disappears.
Add poppy seeds and grated coconut, stir-fry for 15 minutes until they turn brown.
Add chopped tomatoes, salt, and turmeric powder, stir until well combined.
Cook until tomatoes are mushy, then add spinach and garam masala powder.
Simmer on low heat for 10 minutes until spinach wilts.
Cool the mixture and grind it to a coarse paste.
Heat oil in a flat pan, place the cut egg on the flat side and roast for 2 minutes until charred.
Set the roasted eggs aside.
Add the ground paste to the same pan and cook until the gravy releases oil.
Check for salt and adjust if needed.
Add the roasted eggs to the gravy and serve hot with Garlic Naan or Jeera rice.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of red chillies to your spice preference.
Roasting the eggs adds a nice textural contrast.
Use fresh, high-quality garam masala for the best flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 mins
The gravy can be made a day ahead.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and a swirl of cream.
Serve hot with Garlic Naan, Jeera rice, or Roti.
Accompanied by Tomato Onion Cucumber Raita.
A Pinot Noir or Beaujolais would pair well.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Kolhapuri cuisine is known for its spicy and flavorful dishes.
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