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 !!