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A quintessential Parsi comfort food, this dish features eggs gently poached in a savory and tangy tomato and potato gravy. Known as 'Eggs on Potatoes and Tomatoes', this one-pot wonder is a hearty, flavorful meal perfect for any time of day, best enjoyed by scooping it up with warm pav or rotis.
For 4 servings
Sauté Aromatics and Build the Masala Base
Cook the Tomato and Potato Gravy
Poach the Eggs in the Gravy
A quintessential Parsi comfort food, this dish features eggs gently poached in a savory and tangy tomato and potato gravy. Known as 'Eggs on Potatoes and Tomatoes', this one-pot wonder is a hearty, flavorful meal perfect for any time of day, best enjoyed by scooping it up with warm pav or rotis.
This parsi recipe takes 45 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 345.76 calories per serving with 16.32g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or dinner.
Final Cook, Garnish, and Serve
Incorporate 1/2 cup of green peas along with the potatoes for added texture and sweetness.
For a spicier version, add 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper powder or increase the amount of green chilies.
Add a teaspoon of Parsi Dhansak Masala along with the other powdered spices for a more complex and authentic Parsi flavor profile.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh cream or coconut milk at the end (before adding eggs) for a richer, creamier gravy.
Eggs are a complete protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
Cooking tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to a reduced risk of certain chronic diseases and improved heart health.
The complex carbohydrates in potatoes offer a steady release of energy, keeping you full and energized for longer periods compared to simple sugars.
It is a classic Parsi (Zoroastrian community of India) dish which translates to 'Eggs on Tomatoes and Potatoes'. It's a beloved one-pot comfort meal where eggs are poached directly in a spiced tomato and potato curry.
A single serving of this recipe (approximately 325g) contains an estimated 400-450 calories, making it a substantial and balanced meal.
Yes, it's a well-rounded dish. It provides high-quality protein from eggs, complex carbohydrates from potatoes for energy, and vitamins and antioxidants like lycopene from cooked tomatoes. It can be part of a healthy diet when eaten in moderation.
It is traditionally served with soft bread rolls (pav) or crusty bread for dipping. It also pairs wonderfully with hot chapatis, rotis, or even plain steamed rice.
The gravy can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, reheat the gravy until simmering and then poach the eggs fresh. Reheating poached eggs can make them rubbery.
The sourness usually comes from the tomatoes. You can balance it by adding a small pinch of sugar or about half a teaspoon of jaggery to the gravy while it's simmering.
