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Masala Egg Curry

Boiled eggs simmered in a warm Indian onion-tomato masala with ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, and coriander.

Medium⏱️ 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~350 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation

15 min prep 30 min cook

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Timeline

Total 45 min

Prep15 min
Cooking30 min

Ingredients

4 servings

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8 adet Eggs

For the sauce

2 adet Onions
3 diş Garlic
18 gr Fresh ginger
1.3 su bardağı(~260 ml) Tomato puree

For cooking

3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Vegetable oil

For the spice mix

1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Cumin
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Coriander
0.6 çay kaşığı(~3 ml) Turmeric
0.8 çay kaşığı(~4 ml) Garam masala

General

1.1 tatlı kaşığı(~11 ml) Salt

For serving

1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Basmati rice
2 adet Cucumbers

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Instructions

1
Boil the eggs in boiling water for 9 minutes, then place them in cold water and peel.
9 min
09:00
2
Finely chop the onions and crush the garlic and ginger.
3
Turn the eggs in 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil for 1 minute, then transfer to a plate.
1 min
01:00
4
Cook the onions in the remaining oil for 7 minutes, until golden.
7 min
07:00
5
Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and turmeric and fry for 1 minute, until fragrant.
1 min
01:00
6
Add the tomato puree and salt and reduce the sauce for 12 minutes.
12 min
12:00
7
Halve the eggs, nestle them into the sauce, add the garam masala, and heat for 3 minutes.
3 min
03:00
8
Prepare the basmati rice and serve with cucumbers.

💡 Tip: Turning the boiled eggs in a little oil for 1 minute helps the sauce cling; frying them longer makes the texture rubbery.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve masala egg curry as a quick dinner with basmati rice, optional cucumber, and cilantro.

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Nutrition (per serving)

~350

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 21%Carbs 28%Fat 51%

Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.

This recipe may contain allergens

Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.

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FAQ

How many servings does Masala Egg Curry make?
This recipe serves 4.
How long does Masala Egg Curry take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 30 minutes; 45 minutes in total.
Is Masala Egg Curry difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.
How many calories does Masala Egg Curry have?
Approximately 350 kcal per serving. Protein: 18g, carbs: 24g, fat: 20g.
Which allergens does Masala Egg Curry contain?
This recipe contains Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.
Which cuisine does Masala Egg Curry belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.
How many ingredients does Masala Egg Curry need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.

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Boil the eggs in boiling water for 9 minutes, then place them in cold water and peel.

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