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New Delhi Style Egg Curry

A spicy eggetarian curry
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 154 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 8 Eggs (boiled)
  • 1 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1/2 Onion (medium size)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (diced)
  • 2.25 tsp Cayenne (divided) (If you're a little shy about heat, start with half a tsp and then go up to your taste level. 2 tsp will definitely make you sweat!)
  • 1.25 tsp Turmeric powder (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1.5 tsp Cumin
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil (I use Olive Oil but you're definitely welcome to choose an oil of your choice)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt (plus extra, to taste)

Instructions
 

For the Egg Curry:

  • Start by boiling your eggs. *I typically add the eggs and water into a pot then once it comes to a boil, set the timer for 10 minutes. This can help prevent the eggs from cracking due to the temperature change.*
  • Once the eggs are done boiling. Let the eggs cool and then peel off the shells.
  • After they're peeled, add 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp turmeric, and 1/4 tsp cayenne to your eggs and mix well. This infuses the white of the egg with a little extra flavor!
  • Now, heat a deep pan (be sure to choose one with a lid) and add 2 tbsp of oil.
  • Once the pan is hot and the oil begins to shimmer, add the onions and fry until translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
  • Next, turn the heat down a little (to about a medium) and add the canned tomatoes plus your remaining spices: cayenne (2 tsp), turmeric (1 tsp), garam masala (1/2 tsp), cumin (1.5 tsp) and salt. Close the lid and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Turn down the heat (to avoid tomato splatter) and add in your eggs.
  • Mix the eggs around in the tomato curry for a few minutes. *You can boil the sauce a little further if you'd like for it to be thicker or add water if you'd like it soupier.*
  • Give it a taste, adjust the salt and serve up with some good naan or rice!

Notes

*Note: Calories do not include rice or naan. Calories represent the Egg Curry only.*
Keyword Curry, egg curry, Eggs, tomatoes