New Delhi: Chettinad cuisine, known for its rich and aromatic flavours, is a culinary delight from the southern part of India. One of the most popular dishes from this cuisine is Chettinad Egg Curry. To bring authentic flavours to life it is very crucial to know the perfect recipe to prepare it easily at home. It is not a beginner’s task, but with the correct proportion and secret to make it with perfection, one can simply enjoy the delicious flavours at home. Here’s a simple recipe to make traditional Chettinad Egg Curry.
Ingredients for Chettinad egg curry
6 large eggs
2 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1/2 cup grated coconut
2 tablespoons Chettinad masala (store-bought) or homemade masala (recipe below)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 sprig of curry leaves
Salt to taste
1 cup water
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Homemade Chettinad Masala (Optional):
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
5-6 dried red chillies
1-inch piece of cinnamon
3-4 cloves
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
Method to prepare Chettinad egg curry
Boil the eggs in a pot of water for about 10 minutes until hard-boiled. Once done, peel the eggs and set them aside.
Take a pan, and roast the coriander seeds, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, dried red chillies, cinnamon, cloves, and black peppercorns. Allow the spices to cool, then grind them into a fine powder.
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
After that add the finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and oil starts to separate from the mixture.
Stir in the grated coconut, Chettinad masala, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and coriander powder. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the spices are well blended.
Add the water and salt to the pan. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Gently add the boiled eggs to the curry, allowing them to soak in the flavours and add curry leaves.
Serve the Chettinad Egg Curry hot with rice, parathas, or chapatis.
Discover how to make authentic Chettinad Egg Curry at home with this beginner’s guide. This step-by-step recipe is perfect for new cooks, it offers a delicious introduction to Chettinad cuisine. Food & Drink Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips
