Egg fry recipe | Boiled Egg Fry

Egg fry recipe with step-by-step photos and a video recipe. Also known as boiled egg fry a delightful dish from Indian cuisine offers a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy eggs. It is made by frying hard-boiled eggs in a blend of aromatic spices. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or dinner, this egg masala fry is sure to delight you. Serve it hot and enjoy!

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Looking for a quick & easy egg recipe? Then you should try this boiled egg masala fry. When you are not in the mood to spend long hours in the kitchen, this egg fry recipe is a savior. You can make it in just 5 minutes.

Similar to egg roast, you can make this simple, fast, and delicious fried egg recipe with fewer ingredients and minimal skill. Other popular egg recipes from this website are Egg Biryani, Egg Maggi, and Egg Curry.

Types of Fried Eggs

An egg can be fried in one of two ways:

1. Sunny-side up or over-easy – In a sunny-side-up egg, the white is fully cooked while the yolk is still liquid (or runny). This can be done by cooking the egg on just one side. In an over-easy egg, the white is flipped over and cooked on both sides while the yolk is still liquid (or runny). The texture and flavor of the egg are somewhat changed as a result.
2. Boiled egg fry – The eggs are boiled first and then fried with spices in this method. This is a well-known Indian dish that is frequently eaten with rice or bread. In this recipe post, we will learn how to make it.

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Boiled Egg Fry

In this recipe post, we’re going to show you a fried-boiled egg recipe. This recipe is from Malabar, Kerala (India). It is popularly known as Malabar-Style Egg Masala Fry or Malabar Mutta Masala Fry.

All you need is some hard-boiled eggs in hand. To make fried eggs, just cut the boiled eggs into two halves, pan-fry them in simple spices & serve. Super easy & quick 🙂.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, or just want to enjoy a tasty snack, our egg fry masala is sure to hit the spot. Serve it as a side dish with steamed rice & dal.

If you like this recipe, you may be interested in these other amazing egg recipes:

• Egg Biryani
• Egg Roast
• Egg Masala
• Egg Maggi
• Egg Curry
• Egg Fried Rice

Why You Need This Recipe

• Easy step-by-step instructions with a recipe video.
• Requires fewer ingredients and minimal skills – This simple, fast, and delicious boiled egg fry recipe requires a handful of ingredients easily available in the Indian kitchen pantry. Check out the ingredient list below for alternative ingredients.
• 5-minute recipe – This is a simple, easy and flavorful recipe that can be made within 5 minutes. All you need to have is some hard-boiled eggs in your hand.
• Make ahead recipe – You can cook it in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stays good for 2 days. Reheat and serve.
• Gluten-free

Ingredients and Substitutions

• Eggs – You need hard-boiled eggs for this recipe. The recipe is shared in the recipe card.
• Oil – Traditionally, this dish is cooked in coconut oil. To substitute, use any neutral flavor oil with a high smoke point.
• Cumin
• Garlic – Fresh garlic gives the best flavors. However, you can substitute it with store-bought garlic paste. Or use ginger-garlic paste.
• Spice powders – Turmeric powder, ground black pepper, coriander powder, and salt.
• Chicken masala powder – You can substitute it with any garam masala powder that you use. Add it as per taste.
• Kashmiri red chili powder – Gives a bright red color to the dish and is not spicy. You can substitute it with your regular red chili powder or paprika. Add it as per taste.
• Herbs – I have used curry leaves. Curry leaves give these fried boiled eggs an authentic taste and flavor. However, if not available, substitute it with coriander leaves or cilantro. Add cilantro at the end. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with cilantro.

For the detailed list of ingredients & their measurements, please check out the recipe card below.

Cooking Tips

1. You need hard-boiled eggs to make it.
2. Cook it on medium or low heat. Spices may burn if the heat is high.
3. Curry leaves give it a nice flavor and authentic touch.  
4. Cook it in coconut oil for a nice aroma. Alternatively, you can use any cooking oil with a neutral flavor.
5. If you prefer less spicy, reduce the amount of black pepper powder.
6. Kashmiri red chili powder gives a bright red color to the dish & is not spicy. You can use normal red chili powder but adjust the spice level accordingly.

How to make Boiled Egg Fry (Step by step instructions with photos)

Preparations

1. Boil 4 eggs, cut them into half & keep it aside.
2. Crush the garlic in a mortar & pestle. Keep it aside. You can also chop or mince the garlic & add it.
3. Keep all the spices & curry leaves ready.

Making egg fry

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a heavy bottom pan over medium-low heat.
2. Add cumin, crushed garlic & curry leaves. Saute it until the raw smell from garlic leaves.
3. Next, add turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, black pepper powder, chicken masala powder, coriander powder & salt. Saute it for a minute on low heat.

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4. Add eggs & fry them in the masala (1 minute on each side).
5. Make sure the eggs are coated well in the masala. (Fry each side for about one minute. remove from heat.
6. Garnish with some fried curry leaves. Serve immediately.

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Serving suggestions

It’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Here are a few serving suggestions:

• I like to serve it as a side dish with steamed rice & dal.
• You can also serve it as a side dish with biryani or pulao.
• You can also serve it as a starter.

Storing Suggestions

• If you are planning to store it, store it within 2 hours of cooking it. Avoid leaving the egg fry out at room temperature for too long, as it can spoil quickly.
• Let it come to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stays good for 2 days. Reheat and serve.
• For the best taste and texture, consume immediately or within 24 hours. Once you refrigerate it, it may turn hard.

Variations that you can try

• Masala Egg Fry – Start with sauteing cumin, garlic, and curry leaves. Add some sliced onions and cook until golden. Add the spice powders, and cook it for a minute. Then add tomatoes and cook until masala starts to leave oil from the side. Finally, add sliced boiled eggs, coat them with masala and masala egg fry is ready to serve.
• Egg and Potato Fry – Peel and cut boiled potatoes into cubes. Add it while adding eggs and fry with the spices.
• In a wrap or sandwich – You can make a delicious wrap or sandwich using egg fry. Spread some mayonnaise, and mint chutney on a tortilla or Roti. Top it with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and egg fry. Wrap it up for a quick and easy meal.

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