Mangalore Egg Curry
Veg
Eggs are cooked in a spicy coconut-based curry, a comforting and flavorful dish often paired with rice or rotti.
Cuisines
Mangalorean
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
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Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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4 | Egg |
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2 tablespoons | Coconut oil |
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1 cup | Onion , finely chopped |
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1 cup | Tomato , finely chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1/2 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Garam masala |
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1 cup | Coconut Milk , thick |
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1 cup | Water |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 sprig | Curry Leaf |
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2 | Green Chili , slit |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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— | Cilantro , fresh, for garnish |
Instructions
- 1 Boil the eggs until hard-boiled, then peel and set aside.
- 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
- 3 Add curry leaves and green chilies, sauté for a few seconds.
- 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears.
- 6 Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
- 7 Mix in red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 8 Pour in the coconut milk and water, stirring well to combine.
- 9 Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then add the boiled eggs.
- 10 Simmer the curry for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 11 Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and stir gently.
- 12 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a spicier curry, increase the amount of red chili powder or add more green chilies.