high protein | EASY

Nervous about making curries? Don’t be! This 6-ingredient Sri Lankan egg curry is proof that you can get bold, delicious flavors without a million spices or complicated steps. With just eggs, onion, coconut milk, curry leaves, chili, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper, you’ll have a rich, fragrant curry ready in no time.

Sri Lankan curries don’t have to be intimidating—many are simple, comforting, and incredibly satisfying. This egg curry is perfect for anyone who wants all the flavor with none of the stress. Serve it with rice or roti and watch it disappear!

6 Ingredient Egg Curry

Courses:Curry Easy Sri Lankan

Difficulty:BeginnerTotal time: 30 minutesServings:6-7 servings

Description

Easy 6-ingredient Sri Lankan egg curry—rich, flavorful, and perfect for anyone nervous about making curries.

Ingredients

• 8-10 eggs
• 1 onion (optional: some friend onion to garnish) 
• 8-12 curry leaves (sub for 1 tbsp of curry powder) 
• 1 1/2 tbsp chili powder 
• 1 can coconut milk 
• 1 tbsp cumin 
• Salt & Pepper 

Instructions

1. Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, and boil for 8–10 minutes. Peel and set aside.
2. In a pan, heat a little oil and sauté chopped onion (if using) and curry leaves until fragrant.
3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes to release the flavors.
4. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Gently add the boiled eggs to the sauce and simmer for 5–10 minutes so the flavors soak in.
6. Garnish with fried onion if you like and enjoy with rice or roti.

Video

Keywords:Comfort Food, Curry, 30mins

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