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Kerala Egg Roast

A quick and flavorful South Indian-style egg curry where boiled eggs are simmered in a spiced onion-tomato masala. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a hearty snack.

Total time
20 min
Servings
3
Calories
280
Protein
14g
Kerala Egg Roast
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Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 medium, thinly sliced onion
  • 2 medium, chopped tomato
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • 10 leaves curry leaves

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the 6 eggs in water for 10 minutes, then cool, peel, and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat 3 tbsp coconut oil in a pan over medium. Add 10 curry leaves and 2 sliced onions; sauté until golden, about 8 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste and 2 chopped tomatoes; cook until tomatoes soften and oil separates, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the boiled eggs and 1/2 tsp salt; stir gently to coat. Cook for 3 minutes, until eggs are well coated and slightly caramelized.

  5. 5

    Serve hot with lime wedges and extra curry leaves if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot
  • pan
  • spatula

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