A delightful North Indian egg curry where hard-boiled eggs are simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy. The magic comes from using onions in two ways, creating a beautiful texture and a subtly sweet and savory taste. Perfect with hot rotis or rice.
A soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet leavened bread from Mughlai cuisine. Flavored with saffron and cardamom, this rich flatbread is perfect for scooping up decadent curries like korma or nihari.
Perfectly spiced Anda Do Pyaza with soft Taftan - a protein-packed and homestyle meal that's truly delicious!
This awadhi dish is perfect for dinner. With 752.4100000000001 calories and 25.09g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
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2 pcs Green Cardamom Pods (lightly crushed)
0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder (adjust to taste)
1.5 tsp Coriander Powder
0.75 tsp Garam Masala
1 tsp Kasuri Methi (crushed)
1.25 tsp Salt (or to taste)
1.5 cup Water (hot)
3 tbsp Coriander Leaves (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preparation (5 mins)
Finely chop 2 onions. For the other 2 onions, cut them into 1-inch squares and separate the layers to get onion 'petals'.
Using a knife, make a few shallow slits on the surface of the hard-boiled eggs. This helps them absorb the flavors of the gravy.
2
Sauté Eggs and Onion Petals (5 mins)
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wide pan or kadai over medium heat.
Add the slit boiled eggs and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until they develop a light golden, slightly blistered skin. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the onion petals. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they are translucent but still retain a slight crunch. Remove and keep them with the fried eggs.
3
Build the Gravy Base (15 mins)
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the same pan. Once hot, add the whole spices: cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, and green cardamom pods. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the finely chopped onions. Cook on medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn a deep golden brown. This caramelization is key to the dish's flavor.
Add the ginger-garlic paste and slit green chillies. Sauté for 1 minute until the raw aroma disappears.
4
Cook the Masala (10 mins)
Reduce the heat to low. Add the powdered spices: turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chilli powder, and coriander powder. Stir for 30 seconds to prevent burning.
Pour in the tomato puree and add salt. Mix well. Cook the masala, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until it thickens and you see oil separating from the sides.
5
Simmer the Curry (7 mins)
Add 1.5 cups of hot water to the pan and stir to combine, scraping any bits from the bottom. Bring the gravy to a gentle boil.
Carefully place the fried eggs into the gravy. Cover the pan and let it simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing the eggs to absorb the flavors.
6
Finish and Garnish (3 mins)
Uncover the pan and stir in the sautéed onion petals, garam masala, and crushed kasuri methi.
Mix gently and cook for another 2 minutes.
Turn off the heat, garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves, and serve hot.
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Serving size: 1 piece
420cal
9gprotein
58gcarbs
16gfat
Ingredients
2 cup Maida (All-purpose flour)
1 tsp Active Dry Yeast
2 tbsp Sugar (Divided)
0.75 tsp Salt
0.75 cup Warm Milk (Around 110°F / 43°C)
3 tbsp Curd (Plain yogurt, at room temperature)
4 tbsp Ghee (Melted and divided)
0.5 tsp Green Cardamom Powder
1 pinch Saffron Strands (A generous pinch, about 12-15 strands)
1 tbsp Poppy Seeds (For topping)
Instructions
1
Activate Yeast & Prepare Saffron Milk
In a small bowl, combine 3/4 cup of warm milk, 1 tbsp of sugar, and the active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it stand for 5-7 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy and bubbly. This indicates the yeast is active.
In another small bowl, add the saffron strands to 2 tbsp of warm milk. Let it soak to release its color and aroma. Set aside.
2
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the maida (all-purpose flour), the remaining 1 tbsp of sugar, salt, and green cardamom powder.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the frothy yeast mixture, room temperature curd, and 2 tbsp of melted ghee.
Using a spatula or your hands, mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3
Knead and First Proof
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth, soft, and elastic. The dough should spring back when gently pressed.
Form the dough into a ball and place it in a bowl lightly greased with ghee or oil.
Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 60-90 minutes, or until it has doubled in volume.
Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release the trapped air. Divide it into 4 equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.
On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a 6-7 inch oval or round shape, about 1/4-inch thick.
Place the shaped taftans on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using your fingertips, press dimples all over the surface to prevent them from puffing up completely during baking.
Cover loosely with a cloth and let them rest for another 15 minutes.
5
Prepare for Baking
While the taftans are resting, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Gently brush the tops of the shaped dough with the saffron-infused milk you prepared earlier.
Sprinkle generously with poppy seeds.
6
Bake the Taftan
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven on the middle rack.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the taftans are puffed, golden brown on top, and cooked through.
Remove from the oven immediately.
7
Finish and Serve
As soon as the taftans come out of the oven, brush them generously with the remaining 2 tbsp of melted ghee.
Serve warm with rich, gravy-based dishes like Nihari, Qorma, or Paneer Makhani.
