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A comforting and rustic duck egg curry from Assam, featuring hard-boiled duck eggs and tender potatoes simmered in a fragrant, lightly spiced onion-tomato gravy. A true taste of Assamese home cooking.
For 4 servings
Boil Eggs and Potatoes
Fry Eggs and Potatoes
Prepare the Curry Base (Masala)
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A comforting and rustic duck egg curry from Assam, featuring hard-boiled duck eggs and tender potatoes simmered in a fragrant, lightly spiced onion-tomato gravy. A true taste of Assamese home cooking.
This indian recipe takes 45 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 336.52 calories per serving with 12.56g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Simmer and Finish the Curry
If duck eggs are unavailable, you can use regular chicken eggs. Adjust the boiling time to 8-10 minutes for hard-boiled chicken eggs.
Incorporate green peas or cauliflower florets for added texture and nutrition. Add them along with the potatoes to fry.
For a spicier curry, add a pinch of red chili powder along with the other powdered spices or increase the number of green chilies.
For a richer finish, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of coconut milk or fresh cream at the end of the cooking process, just before adding the garam masala.
Duck eggs are a powerhouse of high-quality protein, which is crucial for building and repairing tissues, muscle growth, and overall body function.
This dish provides essential nutrients like Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and selenium from the duck eggs, and Vitamin C from tomatoes, which supports immune function.
The complex carbohydrates from potatoes offer a steady release of energy, keeping you full and energized for longer periods.
Spices like turmeric (containing curcumin), ginger, and garlic are known for their natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help combat oxidative stress.
Yes, it can be part of a healthy diet. Duck eggs are rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals. The dish also contains vegetables and spices with various health benefits. To make it healthier, you can reduce the amount of oil used.
One serving of Haaor Koni Anja contains approximately 350-450 calories, depending on the size of the eggs and potatoes, and the amount of oil used.
Absolutely. While duck eggs provide a richer flavor and creamier yolk, chicken eggs are a great substitute. Simply reduce the hard-boiling time to about 8-10 minutes.
This curry pairs perfectly with plain steamed rice (Joha rice is the traditional Assamese choice), roti, or paratha. A simple side salad of sliced onions and cucumbers also complements it well.
Store any leftover curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. The flavors often deepen overnight.
If your gravy is too watery, you can simmer it uncovered for a few more minutes to allow some of the liquid to evaporate. Alternatively, you can mash one or two potato cubes into the gravy to act as a natural thickener.