Egg Curry (Anda Curry) Recipe

 

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise (optional, for heat)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt, to taste
• 1/2 cup coconut milk or water (for a thinner curry)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 8-10 minutes until hard-boiled. Remove from heat, drain, and place in cold water. Peel the eggs and set them aside.

2. Prepare the Masala Base:

   • Heat the oil or ghee in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
   • Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
   • Add the chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Add the minced ginger and garlic, and green chilies (if using). Sauté for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

3. Cook the Tomatoes:

   • Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Cook until they soften and the oil starts to separate from the mixture, about 5-6 minutes.
   • Add the ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.

4. Make the Curry Sauce:

   • Add coconut milk or water to the pan, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
   • Carefully add the peeled hard-boiled eggs to the pan, either whole or sliced in half. Gently stir to coat the eggs in the sauce.

5. Simmer the Curry:

   • Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the curry simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
   • Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and mix gently.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
   • Serve hot with steamed rice, naan, or roti.

Enjoy Your Indian-Inspired Egg Curry!

Feel free to adjust the spice level and flavors to suit your taste. This dish can also be customized with additional ingredients like peas, spinach, or potatoes for extra texture and flavor.