Egg Fry Masala
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
1 People
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Calories
642 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Breakfast, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Indian
Egg Fry Masala
Description
Egg Fry Masala begins with boiling eggs which are peeled and halved. The masala preparation involves heating a combination of neutral cooking oil and salted butter, then tempering cumin seeds until aromatic. Chopped garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves are sautéed briefly before adding red chili powder, turmeric, salt, and garam masala to build a flavorful spice base.
The boiled eggs are added to this masala and pan-fried just long enough to develop a crispy, golden-brown surface while soaking in the spice blend. This results in eggs with spiced, fragrant coating and a satisfying textural contrast between crispy exterior and tender center. The cooking is kept brief to maintain the eggs' integrity.
Egg Fry Masala can be served hot alongside Indian breads such as naan or roti, or as a quick protein-rich breakfast on its own. The strong spices and crispy finish make it a savory option for those who enjoy bold flavors with eggs.
Ingredients
- 3 egg hard-boiled
- 2 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon butter with salt
- 2-3 cloves garlic
- 2-3 green chili
- Few curry leaves
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- few Coriander leaves
Instructions
Boil eggs
- Boil eggs. Peel the shells.
- Cut them into halves and set them aside.
Prepare masala
- Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add cumin seeds and turn them aromatic.
- Stir in chopped garlic and saute for a few seconds.
- Add salt, spices, curry leaves and chillies. Combine well.
- Place the boiled eggs one by one into the masala in a pan.
- Fry for less than a minute and turn their sides.
- Fry until they turn crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot egg fry masala either with bread, naan /roti or as such for a quick protein-rich breakfast!
Notes
- Use fresh eggs boiled and peeled carefully to ensure clean halves.
- Adjust chili quantity based on spice preference.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
- This dish pairs well with fresh Indian breads or as a standalone protein snack.
- Ensure cumin seeds are aromatic before adding other spices for optimal flavor extraction.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 642 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1People | |
| Calories | 642kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 56g | 86% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 27g | 135% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 590mg | 197% |
| Sodium | 2941mg | 123% |
| Potassium | 342mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1749IU | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 12% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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