Dim Pitika
This comforting Assamese-style mashed egg dish brings together boiled eggs, onion, green chili, mustard oil, and fresh coriander in a quick, punchy side that tastes wonderful with warm rice.
For 4 servings
- boil · ~10 min
Boil the eggs.
Place the eggs in a pan, cover with water, and boil until hard-cooked. Cool them, peel them, and set aside.
TIPCool the eggs before peeling so they stay smooth and easy to mash. - prep · ~4 min
Chop the onion, chili, and coriander.
Finely chop the onion, green chili, and coriander leaves so they mix evenly into the mash.
- mix · ~3 min
Mash the eggs with the seasonings.
1.Place the peeled eggs in a bowl and mash them with a fork.2.Add the chopped onion, green chili, coriander leaves, and salt.3.Pour in the mustard oil and lemon juice.4.Mix well until the pitika is evenly combined but still a little textured.TIPDo not over-mash; a slightly coarse texture tastes best with rice. - serve
Serve the dim pitika.
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve right away with warm plain rice and a simple meal.
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Let the boiled eggs cool fully before mashing so the pitika stays fluffy, not gummy.
- 2Chop the onion and green chili very finely; big pieces make the mash uneven and harsh.
- 3Add the mustard oil at the end and mix briefly so its sharp Assamese aroma stays vivid.
- 4Keep the mash slightly coarse instead of smooth for the best texture with hot rice.
- 5If raw onion tastes too strong, rinse the chopped onion quickly and squeeze it dry before mixing.
- 6Serve immediately after mixing; the onion and lemon can release water if it sits too long.
Adapt it for your goals.
Low-chili
Reduce the green chili for a milder pitika that still keeps the onion-mustard oil character.
extra herbyExtra-herby
Add more coriander leaves for a fresher, greener finish if you want a lighter-tasting mash.
smokedSmoked
Lightly char the green chilies before chopping to add a subtle smoky note to the pitika.
onion freeOnion-free
Skip the raw onion for a softer, simpler version that lets the egg and mustard oil stand out.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Protein-Rich Side
Boiled eggs make this dish filling and satisfying, adding good-quality protein to a simple meal with rice.
Fresh Herb and Chili Boost
Coriander, green chili, and lemon juice add freshness and plant compounds without making the dish heavy.
Simple, Minimal Ingredients
This pitika uses a short ingredient list and no deep-frying, making it a straightforward home-style side.
Frequently asked questions
You can boil the eggs in advance, but mash and mix the onion, mustard oil, and lemon closer to serving for the freshest taste.
