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IndianWhole eggs in coconut masala

Serves 4 | Prep 30 mins | Cook 30 mins

This is a nice, simple vegetarian egg curry with a delicate coconut masala. The whole eggs are fried first then finished off in the curry.

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Heat the oil in a heavy-based saucepan or karahi over a medium heat, add the whole eggs and fry for , or until lightly coloured, then add the turmeric and chilli powder and cook for another . Stir in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
Add the onions, ginger, chillies and salt, and simmer for five minutes, or until the coconut milk has reduced in volume by half and the onions are just softened, adding a splash of water if it becomes too thick. Stir in the sugar and coriander and sprinkle with garam masala. Halve the eggs, and serve with rice.