Hard-Boiled Eggs Masala Recipe

Name: Hard-Boiled Eggs Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 3/4 teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 5 tablespoons onions, peeled and finely chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped; 1 cup canned tomato, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 3 -4 tablespoons fresh cilantro; 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and cut into halves lengthwise

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
5 tablespoons onions, peeled and finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 cup canned tomato, chopped
1/4 teaspoon sugar
3 -4 tablespoons fresh cilantro
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and cut into halves lengthwise

1
Combine turmeric, cayenne, ground cumin, coriander. lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and 1 TB water in small bowl. Mix.
2
Put oil in medium-sized, nonstick pan and set over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, put in cumin seeds. 10 seconds later, add onion and ginger.
3
Stir and fry till onion turns medium brown.
4
Add spice paste.
5
Stir and cook for 15 seconds.
6
Add tomatoes and sugar and bring to a simmer.
7
Cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
8
Add cilantro. Stir 1ce of 2ce.
9
Lay the cut eggs into the sauce and spoon more sauce over them. Cover and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Hard-Boiled Eggs Masala falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Hard-Boiled Eggs Masala

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Variations & substitutions

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