Spicy Haryana Style Egg Curry Recipe
Cuisine: Haryana
Course: Lunch
Diet: Eggetarian
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Whole Eggs (boiled) | 4 |
| Green Peas (Matar) | 1 cup |
| Paneer (Homemade Cottage Cheese) | 200 grams, chopped |
| Onion | 1, finely chopped |
| Tomatoes (pureed) | 2 |
| Ginger Garlic Paste | 2 teaspoons |
| Green Chillies | 3 |
| Coriander Powder (Dhania) | 2 teaspoons |
| Turmeric Powder (Haldi) | ½ teaspoon |
| Red Chilli Powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Garam Masala Powder | ½ teaspoon |
| Fresh Coriander Leaves (Dhania) | ¼ cup, chopped |
Instructions
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Preparation: Begin by preparing all the ingredients required for the Spicy Haryana Style Egg Curry. Gather your boiled eggs, green peas, chopped paneer, finely chopped onion, and pureed tomatoes, along with the spices.
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Sauté the Paneer: In a pan, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped paneer until it is lightly browned. Once done, set it aside to cool.
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Cooking the Base: In a heavy-bottomed Kadai (wok), heat the remaining oil. Add the chopped onions and green chillies, frying them until the onions turn a lovely golden brown.
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Adding Aromatics: Incorporate the ginger-garlic paste into the onion mixture, frying for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant. Follow this with the tomato puree, cooking it until it is well-cooked and nicely browned, which will enrich the base of the curry.
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Spice it Up: Next, add the dry spices: coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chilli powder (keep the garam masala for later). Stir everything together to combine the flavors.
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Simmering: Pour in 1.5 cups of warm water along with the green peas, bringing the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, allowing the gravy to thicken and develop.
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Finishing Touches: Gently add the sautéed paneer and boiled eggs into the simmering gravy, allowing them to cook together for another 2-3 minutes. This will ensure that the eggs are infused with the rich flavors of the curry.
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Garnishing: Just before serving, stir in the chopped coriander leaves and sprinkle the garam masala powder. Mix well, then turn off the heat and let the curry rest for 10 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
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Serving Suggestions: Serve your Spicy Haryana Style Egg Curry warm, accompanied by Whole Wheat Lachha Paratha, Grated Beetroot Chilli Paratha, or Tawa Paratha. This combination will create a delightful lunch or dinner experience, highlighting the robust and spicy flavors of Haryana cuisine.
Indulge in this comforting dish that embodies the essence of Haryana, perfect for gatherings or a cozy family meal. Enjoy!
