Hard-boiled eggs simmered in a luxurious, creamy gravy made from cashews, yogurt, and aromatic spices. This Mughlai classic is rich, mildly spiced, and perfect with naan or pulao for a special meal.
Prep20 min
Cook30 min
Soak15 min
Servings4
Serving size: 2 eggs(2 eggs and about 1 cup of korma gravy)
757cal
32gprotein
31gcarbs
Ingredients
8 pc Egg (large, hard-boiled and peeled)
2 medium Onion (thinly sliced)
15 pc Cashews (whole, unsalted)
10 pc Almonds (blanched and peeled)
0.75 cup Curd (plain, full-fat, whisked until smooth)
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0.5 tsp Kewra Water (optional, for authentic aroma)
1.25 tsp Salt (or to taste)
1.5 cup Water (plus more for soaking nuts)
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (freshly chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preparation
Hard-boil the eggs for 10-12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath, then peel them carefully. Prick each egg a few times with a fork or toothpick and set aside. This helps them absorb the gravy.
Soak the cashews and almonds in 1/2 cup of hot water for 15-20 minutes. If using almonds with skin, blanch and peel them before soaking.
Whisk the curd in a bowl until it is completely smooth and free of lumps. Set aside.
2
Make the Birista and Korma Paste
Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions.
Fry the onions, stirring frequently, for 12-15 minutes until they are uniformly deep golden brown and crisp (this is called 'birista'). Do not burn them. Remove the fried onions with a slotted spoon and spread them on a plate to cool.
In a blender jar, add the cooled fried onions, the soaked cashews and almonds (along with their soaking water), and grind to a very smooth, fine paste. Add a splash of extra water if needed to facilitate grinding.
3
Cook the Gravy Base
In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of ghee. Add the whole spices: bay leaf, cinnamon stick, green cardamoms, and cloves. Sauté for 30-40 seconds until they become fragrant.
Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for about a minute until the raw aroma disappears.
Add the prepared onion-nut paste to the pan. Cook on low-medium heat, stirring continuously, for 5-7 minutes until the paste thickens and you see ghee separating from the sides.
Add the spice powders: turmeric, Kashmiri red chili, and coriander powder. Sauté for another minute until well combined and fragrant.
4
Build the Korma Gravy
Reduce the heat to the absolute lowest setting. Slowly add the whisked curd, a little at a time, while stirring constantly. This is crucial to prevent the curd from splitting.
Once the curd is fully incorporated, increase the heat to low-medium and cook for 3-4 minutes until the oil starts to surface again.
Pour in 1.5 cups of warm water and add salt. Stir well to combine. Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer.
5
Simmer and Finish
Gently slide the pricked, hard-boiled eggs into the simmering gravy.
Cover the pan and let the korma cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes. This allows the eggs to absorb the rich flavors of the gravy.
Turn off the heat. Stir in the garam masala, crushed kasuri methi, and the optional kewra water for that classic Mughlai fragrance.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves. Let the korma rest for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve hot with naan, roti, or pulao.
4
Serving size: 2 pieces
451cal
10gprotein
63gcarbs
18gfat
Ingredients
2.5 cup Maida
1 tsp Active Dry Yeast
1 tsp Sugar
0.5 cup Warm Water (Around 105-115°F or 40-46°C)
0.5 cup Curd (Plain, full-fat)
2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (plus more for greasing the bowl)
1 tsp Salt
0.5 tsp Baking Powder
0.25 tsp Baking Soda
3 tbsp Butter (melted, for brushing)
1 tsp Kalonji (optional, for topping)
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water (105-115°F / 40-46°C), sugar, and active dry yeast.
Stir gently and let it stand for 5-10 minutes. The mixture should become frothy and bubbly, indicating the yeast is active. If it doesn't, discard and start over with fresh yeast.
2
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the maida, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
Create a well in the center. Pour in the activated yeast mixture, curd, and vegetable oil.
Gradually mix the wet and dry ingredients with a spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes soft, smooth, and elastic. It should spring back when you press it lightly.
3
First Rise (Proofing)
Lightly grease a large bowl with oil. Place the kneaded dough in the bowl and turn it over to coat it with oil.
Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in volume.
4
Divide and Shape the Naan
Once the dough has doubled, gently punch it down to release the air.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball. Cover the balls with a cloth and let them rest for 10 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, take one dough ball and roll it into a classic teardrop or oval shape, about 6-7 inches long and 1/4 inch thick.
If using, sprinkle some kalonji and chopped coriander on top and press them gently into the dough with the rolling pin.
5
Cook the Naan
Heat a cast-iron skillet or a heavy-bottomed tawa over medium-high heat. It needs to be very hot before you start.
Take a shaped naan and brush one side lightly with water. This side will go down on the skillet.
Carefully place the naan, water-side down, onto the hot skillet. It should stick immediately. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, until large bubbles appear on the surface.
Using tongs, flip the naan and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes until golden-brown spots appear.
For a tandoor-like char (optional but recommended), use tongs to carefully hold the cooked naan directly over a medium gas flame for 10-15 seconds, turning it until you see charred spots.
6
Finish and Serve
Remove the naan from the heat and immediately brush it generously with melted butter.
Repeat the process for the remaining dough balls. Keep the cooked naans warm by stacking them in a casserole dish or wrapping them in a clean kitchen towel.
Serve hot with your favorite curry, dal, or kebab.