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Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Masala Egg



Boiled eggs fried with few spices make an excellent appetizer. Very easy to make.

Ingredients :

  • Boiled Eggs - 4
  • Chana Dal - 2 tbsp
  • Coriander seeds - 1 tbsp
  • Fenugreek Seeds - 1/4 tbsp
  • Whole Red Chilli - 1
  • Cumin Seeds - 1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Asafoetida ( Hing ) - a pinch
  • Grated Fresh Ginger - 1/2 tsp
  • Salt - taste
  • Red Chili Powder - 1/2 tsp or to taste
  • Oil - 2 tbsp

Directions:

  • Boil eggs and keep aside.
  • In a pan, dry roast chana dal, coriander seeds, fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds, red whole chillies till they turn slightly reddish brown.
  • Let it cool. Grind them into a coarse powder after it cools down.
  • Heat oil in a pan, add grated ginger and saute till it turns reddish .
  • Add hing, ground masala, salt and red chili powder, saute for a minute, stirring conituously.
  • Add the egg halves and let it fry for a minute or two.
  • Toss the eggs carefully and let it fry for another minute or two.
  • Mix it very gently, making sure not to break them , so that the eggs are fully coated with the masala .
  • Transfer it onto a serving plate. You can garnish it either with chopped cilantro, or you can sprinkle few drops of lemon juice.
  • Serve hot

Enjoy with your favourite drink !!

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