Mild Egg Curry
A gentle, lightly spiced egg curry perfect for young children or those new to Indian flavors. Hard-boiled eggs simmer in a simple tomato-based gravy, making it a comforting and nutritious meal ready in under 30 minutes.
For 4 servings
Boil and peel the eggs.
Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a rolling boil. Cook for 10 minutes, then transfer to cold water to stop the cooking. Once cool enough to handle, peel the eggs and set them aside.
TIPAdding a pinch of salt to the boiling water can make the eggs easier to peel.Prepare the curry base ingredients.
- While the eggs are boiling, finely chop the onion.
- Blend the tomato into a smooth puree.
- Gently make a few shallow slits on the boiled eggs so they can absorb the gravy.
Create the aromatic base.
- Heat ghee in a small pan or kadai over medium heat.
- Add the cumin seeds and allow them to splutter for about 30 seconds.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the ginger paste and cook for another 30 seconds until the raw smell disappears.
- Pour in the tomato puree and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
TIPCook the onions on low-medium heat to prevent them from browning, which keeps the curry's flavor mild.Simmer the curry with eggs.
- Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a minute.
- Pour in the water, stir everything together, and bring the gravy to a gentle simmer.
- Carefully place the boiled eggs into the simmering gravy.
- Cover the pan and let it simmer on low heat for 5 minutes. This allows the eggs to absorb the flavors.
Garnish and serve.
Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chopped coriander leaves over the curry. Let it rest for a minute before serving warm with soft rice or roti.
What to keep in mind.
4 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1For a smoother gravy suitable for very young children, you can blend the onion-tomato masala before adding water.
- 2Do not overcook the powdered spices, as they can become bitter. A minute on low heat is sufficient.
- 3This curry is intentionally mild. For adults, you can add a pinch of garam masala at the end or a slit green chili with the onions.
- 4Ensure the tomato is fully cooked and loses its raw smell to avoid a tangy taste in the final curry.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, it's a great source of high-quality protein from eggs. This version is very low in fat and spices, making it a nutritious and easy-to-digest option for young children.



