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.
233cal
8gprotein
44gcarbs
5gfat
Ingredients
2 cup Atta (Also known as whole wheat flour)
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Ghee (Melted, for the dough)
1 cup Water (Lukewarm, adjust as needed)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl (parat), combine 2 cups of atta and 1 tsp of salt. Mix well.
Add 1 tbsp of melted ghee to the flour. Rub it into the flour with your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Gradually add lukewarm water, a little at a time, and begin to knead. Continue kneading for 8-10 minutes to form a soft, smooth, and pliable dough. It should be firm but not sticky.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth or a lid and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes. This step is crucial for soft parathas.
2
Shape the Parathas (Triangle Method)
After resting, knead the dough again for 1 minute.
Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls (pedas).
Take one dough ball and flatten it slightly. Dust it with dry atta and roll it into a circle about 4-5 inches in diameter.
Spread about 1/2 tsp of ghee evenly over the surface of the rolled circle.
Fold the circle in half to create a semi-circle. Spread another 1/2 tsp of ghee on the top surface of the semi-circle.
Fold the semi-circle in half again to form a triangle.
Gently press the triangle and dust it with dry atta. Roll it out evenly into a larger triangle, about 6-7 inches on each side and 1/8 inch thick. Avoid pressing too hard to preserve the layers.
3
Cook the Parathas
Heat a tawa (flat griddle) over medium-high heat. The tawa should be hot but not smoking.
Carefully place the rolled paratha onto the hot tawa. Cook for about 30-45 seconds, until you see small bubbles forming on the surface.
Flip the paratha using a spatula. Let it cook on the other side for about 1 minute until light brown spots appear.
Flip it again. Now, spread about 1/2 tsp of ghee on the top surface.
Flip one last time. The ghee-coated side is now facing down. Gently press the paratha with the back of a spatula, especially around the edges, to encourage it to puff up and cook evenly.
Spread another 1/2 tsp of ghee on the new top side. Cook for 30-45 seconds until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the paratha from the tawa and place it in a casserole dish or a container lined with a cloth to keep it soft.
4
Serve
Repeat the shaping and cooking process for all the remaining dough balls.
Serve the hot Tawa Parathas immediately with your favorite curry, dal, yogurt, or pickle.
