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About dhaba-style egg curry
If you are looking for a simple and easy-to-make egg curry with rich and robust flavors for lunch or dinner, then pin this recipe. You will be making it frequently. This egg gravy is not too spicy, but the flavors are highly addictive. Dhaba-style curries are always popular for using bold spices with a generous amount of onions and tomatoes. The main flavor of the dish comes from the onions and tomato. No cream, flour, or any fancy ingredients are needed. The egg is first boiled and peeled. You then make slits and add this to the onion tomato gravy and simmer it. This dhaba style is a perfect accompaniment for naan, roti, chapati, paratha, steamed rice, or jeera rice. While here, check out some of the best Indian dinner recipes and what dishes to serve with naan bread.
Ingredients
Onions: Red, white, or yellow. Any onions will work. Tomato: Fresh tomato puree is preferred, but canned ones can be used. Eggs: Boiled eggs and one whole egg will do the magic here. Spices: A blend of spices enhances the flavor of this dish, from bay leaves to cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, turmeric, red chile powder, and garam masala.
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Tips
Use whatever is available in your pantry when it comes to whole spices. Fresh ginger garlic paste enhances the flavor. You can use store-bought ones or freshly grate them. Don’t be in a rush while sauteeing the onions. It enhances the taste of the dish.