Egg chili masala (Pan fried boiled eggs)

Dear friends,

This is a recipe from my mother which I altered a bit. She use to pack this in our lunch boxes to go along with rice. This usually is a side dish and tasty. It's very easy and not rocket science. Anyone can try their hands on this one. Here is it for you guys.

Ingredients:

1. Boiled eggs - 2 to 4 as per the servings 
2. Oil to fry (oil of your choice)
3. Whole or crushed Cumin seeds - 1/2 tb spn
4. Pepper powder less than 1/4 tb spn
5. Red chili power less than 1/4 tb spn
6. Salt to taste
7. Chopped coriander leaves / spring onion for garnishing (optional)

Preparation:

1. Cut the Egg in half, and dice or you may use it in halves, keep aside
2. n a large flat pan, heat oil. Keep the flame to the lowest
3. Add the cumin seeds saute for 30 sec
4. Add other masala powder with salt saute for another 10 sec.
5. Place the egg with the yolk facing down
6. Cover and cook for a minute, turn the other side repeat the same.
7. Garnish with greens and serve hot.

Note:

• Ensure the egg slices get coated with masala
• You may alter the spices with fennel / little garam masala / oregano for different flavour
• Do not use kadai, as the eggs need to be placed on a flat surface.