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A unique and crispy Indian street food snack. A hard-boiled egg is coated in a spicy batter, wrapped in delicate noodle threads, and deep-fried to a perfect golden crunch. An irresistible appetizer!
For 4 servings
Boil and Peel Eggs
Prepare the Batter and Threads
Coat the Eggs
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A unique and crispy Indian street food snack. A hard-boiled egg is coated in a spicy batter, wrapped in delicate noodle threads, and deep-fried to a perfect golden crunch. An irresistible appetizer!
This indian recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 377.79 calories per serving with 11.42g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or appetizer.
Deep Fry to Perfection
Serve
For a different texture, replace rice vermicelli with crushed cornflakes, panko breadcrumbs, or Indian sev (crispy chickpea flour noodles).
Add 1/2 teaspoon of chaat masala or amchur (dry mango powder) to the batter for a tangy and zesty flavor profile.
Increase the heat by adding 1-2 finely chopped green chilies or a pinch of black pepper to the batter.
Carefully halve the boiled eggs, scoop out the yolks, mash them with spices like chaat masala and finely chopped onions, refill the egg whites, join the halves, and then proceed with coating and frying.
Eggs are a complete protein, providing all nine essential amino acids required for muscle building, tissue repair, and overall body function.
Eggs are a natural source of important vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, selenium, and choline, which support bone health, brain function, and the immune system.
The combination of protein from eggs and carbohydrates from the flour and vermicelli coating offers a substantial energy boost, making it a very satisfying and filling snack.
One Thread Egg contains approximately 250-300 calories, primarily from the egg, batter, and absorbed oil during deep-frying.
While delicious and a good source of protein from the egg, Thread Egg is a deep-fried snack, making it high in fat and calories. It is best enjoyed in moderation as an occasional treat.
Yes, you can adapt this recipe for an air fryer. After coating the eggs, spray them generously with oil. Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. The texture will be less oily but might not be as uniformly crispy as the deep-fried version.
Thread Egg pairs perfectly with a variety of dipping sauces. Popular choices include green mint-coriander chutney, sweet and tangy tamarind chutney, or simple tomato ketchup.
This snack is best served fresh and hot for maximum crispiness. You can boil the eggs and prepare the dry ingredients for the batter ahead of time, but you should mix the batter, coat, and fry the eggs just before serving.