Egg Tawa Fry

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Gayatri (@rene121)

Boiled egg tawa fry is a flavorful Indian dish where hard-boiled eggs are sliced or left whole, then seared on a hot tawa (griddle) with a blend of aromatic spices. The eggs are typically coated in a masala mixture. Fried in butter until the outer layer becomes slightly crispy, the...

Egg Tawa Fry recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
25min

Ingredients

2 Servings
(1 serving = 1 egg tawa fry portion)
  • egg Egg
    egg Egg
    2
  • Onion
    Onion
    2tbsp
  • Pepper powder
    Pepper powder
    1/4tsp
  • Kashmiri chilli powder
    Kashmiri chilli powder
    1/2tsp
  • Garam masala powder
    Garam masala powder
    1/4tsp
  • Tomato
    Tomato
    1/2
  • Chopped capsicum
    Chopped capsicum
    2tbsp
  • Tomato sauce
    Tomato sauce
    2tsp
  • Green chilli sauce
    Green chilli sauce
    1/2tbsp
  • Butter
    Butter
    1tbsp
  • Salt
    Salt

How to make Egg Tawa Fry

  1. Step 1

    Boil the eggs until they are done. Peel them and cut into two pieces.

    Step 1.1: Boil the eggs until they are done
  2. Step 2

    Heat a tawa and add butter. Place the egg pieces on the tawa and fry both sides until slightly golden in color. Remove from the flame and set aside.

    Step 1.1: Heat a tawa and add butter
    Step 1.2: Heat a tawa and add butter
  3. Step 3

    To the same tawa with butter, add chopped onion and salt. Sauté until the onion turns transparent.

    Step 1.1: To the same tawa with butter, add chopped onion and salt
  4. Step 4

    Add chopped tomato and sauté until it becomes slightly tender.

    Step 1.1: Add chopped tomato and sauté until it becomes slightly tender
    Step 1.2: Add chopped tomato and sauté until it becomes slightly tender
  5. Step 5

    Add pepper powder, garam masala powder, and Kashmiri chilli powder. Mix well.

  6. Step 6

    Add tomato sauce and green chilli sauce. Mix thoroughly.

  7. Step 7

    Add chopped capsicum and sauté for 1 minute.

    Step 1.1: Add chopped capsicum and sauté for 1 minute
  8. Step 8

    Add the fried eggs to the mixture and mix well. Your tawa fried egg is ready to serve.

    Step 1.1: Add the fried eggs to the mixture and mix well

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

53.3kcal (2.66%)

Protein

0.4g (0.8%)

Carbs

1.3g (0.45%)

Sugars

0.6g (1.2%)

Healthy Fat

1.9g

Unhealthy Fat

3.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use Kashmiri chilli powder for a vibrant color without making the dish too spicy.

  2. Ensure the eggs are boiled properly to avoid breaking while frying.

  3. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the chilli powder and sauces.

FAQS

  1. Can I use oil instead of butter?

    Yes, you can use oil instead of butter, but butter adds a richer flavor to the dish.

  2. Can I make this dish spicier?

    Yes, you can increase the quantity of green chilli sauce or add more chilli powder to make it spicier.

  3. Can I use other vegetables in this recipe?

    Yes, you can add vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or peas for additional flavor and texture.

  4. How do I store leftovers?

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat on a tawa before serving.

  5. Can I serve this with rice?

    Yes, egg tawa fry pairs well with rice or chapati as a side dish.

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