CHETTINAD CURRY EGGS

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I like this recipe as it comes from the same area as Chettinad Chicken, it goes well with the chicken. If you enjoy cooking this is one for you.

Provided by Brian Holley

Categories     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 hard-boiled eggs, shelled
3 teaspoons coriander powder
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 inch fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves
400 ml coconut milk
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
2 inches cinnamon sticks
8 ounces onions, chopped
8 ounces tomatoes, chopped
salt
1/2 lime, juice of

Steps:

  • Put the coriander, chilli, cumin seeds, turmeric, ginger and garlic into a blender with 2 tbsp water and blend to a paste.
  • Heat the oil and fry the fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds and cinnamon for 10 seconds.
  • Add the onion, cook till just coloured and add the spice paste. Cook for 8 minutes.
  • If the mixture sticks to the pan add a little water. Add the tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add 3 cups of warm water and salt to taste, simmer for 20 minutes till you have a smooth gravy.
  • Add the coconut milk, bring to boil, reduce heat, add the lime juice stir well.
  • Halve the eggs and put into the gravy, yolks uppermost.
  • Serve with plain boiled rice and Chettinad Chicken curry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 22.6, Cholesterol 279.8, Sodium 131, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5, Protein 13.3

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