Egg Green Peas Curry
Hard-boiled eggs simmered in a spiced tomato-onion gravy with sweet green peas. A comforting North Indian-style curry that comes together in under 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with roti or steamed rice.
For 4 servings
- prep · ~10 min
Boil and peel the eggs.
1.Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil over high heat.2.Reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes. Drain and transfer to cold water immediately.3.Once cooled, peel the eggs and prick them lightly with a fork all over.TIPPricking the eggs helps the gravy flavors seep in. - temper · ~2 min
Make the tempering.
1.Heat oil in a kadai over medium heat until shimmering.2.Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle and crackle for 30 seconds.3.Add slit green chilies and sauté for 15 seconds until fragrant. - saute · ~8 min
Sauté the onions until golden.
1.Add finely chopped onions to the pan.2.Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn deep golden brown, about 7 to 8 minutes.TIPBe patient with the onions — proper browning builds the gravy's body. - saute · ~2 min
Cook the ginger-garlic paste and spices.
1.Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until the raw smell disappears, about 1 minute.2.Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder.3.Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.TIPKeep the heat low and stir continuously — ground spices burn quickly. - simmer · ~6 min
Add tomato puree and cook the masala.
1.Pour in the fresh tomato puree and add salt.2.Cook, stirring frequently, until the oil starts to separate from the masala, about 5 to 6 minutes.TIPOil separating from the masala is your visual cue that the paste is cooked through. - simmer · ~5 min
Add peas and water, then bring to a simmer.
1.Add the green peas and 1 cup of water to the masala.2.Stir well and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until the peas are tender. - simmer · ~5 min
Add the boiled eggs and finish.
1.Gently slide the boiled eggs into the simmering gravy.2.Sprinkle garam masala on top and simmer for another 5 minutes, spooning gravy over the eggs occasionally. - garnish
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
TIPServe with roti, paratha, or steamed rice — a side of sliced onion and lemon wedge completes the plate.
What to keep in mind.
7 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Boil eggs to hard-boiled perfection: 8 minutes exactly, then plunge into ice water to stop cooking and make peeling easier.
- 2Prick the peeled eggs with a fork so the gravy seeps into the whites for deeper flavor.
- 3Brown the onions until deep golden — this builds the foundational sweetness and body of the gravy.
- 4Cook the tomato masala until oil separates on the sides; that's your doneness cue that the raw tomato taste is gone.
- 5If using frozen peas, add them straight from the freezer without thawing to keep them bright and tender.
- 6Leftover curry tastes even better the next day; refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently.
- 7Avoid overcrowding the pan; use a wide kadai so the masala cooks evenly without steaming.
Adapt it for your goals.
Butter-egg curry
Add 2 tablespoons of cream and a teaspoon of kasuri methi at the end for a rich, restaurant-style gravy similar to butter chicken.
high proteinHigh-protein
Swap water for chicken or vegetable stock and double the eggs to pack more protein per serving.
veganVegan
Replace eggs with firm tofu cubes (pan-fried until golden) and use oil instead of ghee; the tofu absorbs the spiced gravy beautifully.
low oilLow-oil
Reduce oil to 1 tablespoon and dry-roast the cumin seeds before adding onions; use a non-stick pan to keep the masala from sticking.
jainJain
Skip the onions and garlic; use asafoetida (hing) in the tempering and extra tomato puree to build flavor, and substitute green peas with paneer cubes.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Rich in High-Quality Protein
Eggs provide complete protein with all essential amino acids, supporting muscle repair and satiety.
Good Source of Fiber from Green Peas
Green peas contain dietary fiber that aids digestion and helps maintain steady blood sugar levels.
Antioxidant Spice Blend
Turmeric, cumin, and coriander powder are rich in antioxidants that help reduce inflammation in the body.
Low in Added Sugar
This curry relies on natural sweetness from onions and peas, making it a diabetes-friendly option when paired with whole grains.
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely — in fact, boiled eggs that have been refrigerated overnight are easier to peel and hold their shape better in the gravy.
