Saoji Egg Curry
A spicy and bold egg curry from the Vidarbha region, made with a fiery saoji masala that imparts a deep and rich flavor.
Cuisines
Vidarbha
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 4 | eggs |
| 2 tablespoons | oil |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 2 cups | onions, finely chopped |
| 1 tablespoon | ginger-garlic paste |
| 2 cups | tomatoes, pureed |
| 2 tablespoons | Saoji masala |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 cup | water |
| — | salt to taste |
| 2 tablespoons | fresh coriander, chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Boil the eggs until hard-boiled, then peel and set aside.
- 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them splutter.
- 4 Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
- 6 Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
- 7 Mix in the Saoji masala, turmeric powder, and red chili powder.
- 8 Add water and salt to taste, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 9 Gently add the boiled eggs into the curry.
- 10 Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the eggs to absorb the flavors.
- 11 Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Tips
For an authentic taste, use homemade Saoji masala if possible.