Egg keema, also known as egg kheema or anda keema ghotala, is a delightful Indian egg and vegetable curry. This unique veg kheema recipe combines hard-boiled eggs with a medley of tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices. Not only is this dish a great way to use up leftover hard-boiled eggs, but it’s also budget-friendly. Prepare to be amazed by this healthy and satisfying dinner idea!
Unleash the Flavors of Egg Keema
This innovative egg keema recipe draws inspiration from traditional Indian cuisine and showcases eggs as a fantastic vegetarian protein source. Egg curries come in various forms, and here are a few examples:
Kerala Style:
This subtle egg curry features a light yellow sauce, often prepared with coconut milk. Kerala-style egg curry recipes typically use whole or halved hard-boiled eggs.
Dhaba Style:
Dhaba-style egg curries boast a rich tomato-onion sauce. This egg kheema recipe aligns more closely with the dhaba style, with a few personal twists added.
Surti Egg Keema Recipe:
Originating from Surat, Gujarat, India, Surti egg keema is a popular street food dish in the Surti cuisine. This flavorful minced egg dish combines boiled eggs with a blend of aromatic spices, often mashed to perfection.
🥚 Egg Keema Recipe
Let’s dive into the ingredients required to create this amazing vegetarian egg keema:
- 6 large boiled eggs (chopped or grated eggs)
- 2 tablespoons of ghee (clarified butter, can be substituted with regular butter)
- 1 cup of chopped onion
- 3 cloves of finely chopped garlic
- ½ tablespoon of fresh ginger (peeled and minced)
- 1 small chopped jalapeno (small green chilies)
- 1½ teaspoons of garam masala powder
- 1 teaspoon of ground coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1½ cups of finely chopped tomatoes
- ¾ cup of frozen green peas
- ¼ cup of chopped fresh cilantro (coriander leaves)
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Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to prepare the mouthwatering egg keema:
- Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and cover them with water. Set the pot over medium heat and let it boil. Once boiling, set a timer for 10 minutes.
- When the timer goes off, drain the pot and rinse the eggs under cold water to cool them quickly. Peel the eggs and chop them into pieces measuring ¼ to ½ inch.
- Melt the ghee in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until they start to brown, approximately 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, ginger, and chili pepper, cooking for one minute. Next, add the spices (including salt and pepper) and cook for an additional minute. Incorporate the chopped tomatoes and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add one cup of water to the skillet, along with the frozen peas. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the contents simmer for about 5 minutes until the peas are fully cooked and thawed.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped eggs and cilantro. Serve over cooked rice if desired.
- Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container, where they will keep for 2-3 days.
📋 Egg Keema Calories
You might be curious about the nutritional information of anda keema. A serving of egg keema provides approximately 333 calories, 21.6 grams of total carbohydrates, 16.2 grams of net carbs, and 16.1 grams of protein.
➕ What Sets Apart Egg Bhurji and Egg Keema?
Egg bhurji is a delightful scrambled egg curry, while egg keema typically consists of finely chopped hard-boiled eggs. Both variations are equally fantastic! Why not treat yourself to some curried scrambled eggs flavored with red chili powder and ginger-garlic paste for breakfast in the near future?
🍚 What to Serve with Egg Keema
Wondering what goes well with egg curry? I personally enjoy serving egg keema masala with basmati rice. However, serving it with bread, such as naan or paratha, is also a popular choice.
Here are a few different Indian breads that pair perfectly with egg kheema:
- Pav (soft bread rolls)
- Roti (unleavened flatbread)
- Chapati (a type of roti)
- Naan (leavened flatbread)
- Paratha (a flaky, layered, and fried unleavened flatbread)
- Parotta (a layered flatbread made with maida flour)
- Dosa (a thin crepe made from fermented rice and lentil flour)
Another fantastic option is to enjoy your egg curry with a side of flavorful potatoes. Often, cooked potatoes are used in egg curry recipes. If you prefer a side dish, try our potato rice recipe!
FAQs
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👩🏻🍳 Other Hard-Boiled Egg Recipes
Looking for more ways to enjoy hard-boiled eggs? Here are a few other egg recipes that you’ll surely love:
- Keto Deviled Eggs (only 3 ingredients!)
- Keto Egg Salad Recipe
- Healthy Cobb Salad Recipe
You might also find our Black Bean Curry Recipe and our article on the Best Air Fryer Indian Recipes intriguing.
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📖 Recipe
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