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Shillong Pantry Smoked-Ghee Egg
🇮🇳 Indian

Shillong Pantry Smoked-Ghee Egg

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Shillong cooking — Shillong Pantry Smoked-Ghee Egg brings a smoked-ghee touch with a classic pachadi finish. About 33 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 18 min Serves 6 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Eggs4

Optional extras

  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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