If you want a quick dinner chicken curry that tastes rich without being heavy, this recipe is built for you: a simple onion–ginger–garlic base, a yogurt spice mix for tang and body, and a cashew paste finish for a creamy restaurant-style texture—without adding.

This curry is also super versatile: it’s meant to pair with idli, dosa, chapati, or rice, making it a reliable “one gravy fits all” weeknight dish.

What is this Bachelor Chicken Curry?

Easy Bachelor Chicken Curry is a simple homemade chicken curry made with basic pantry ingredients like onions, yogurt, spices, and cashew paste. It is a quick, beginner-friendly chicken recipe that anyone can cook without complicated steps.

This recipe is perfect for people who want a flavorful homemade chicken gravy without spending too much time in the kitchen.

What’s the Taste and Texture of this recipe

This chicken gravy is rich, mildly spicy, and creamy.
The yogurt spice mix gives the gravy a slight tanginess.
Cashew paste makes the curry smooth and slightly thick.
Curry leaves and garam masala add a wonderful aroma.
The final gravy is silky, flavorful, and perfect for mixing with rice or dipping with roti.

When can it be served

• This dish is great for many occasions such as:
• Quick weekday dinner
• Bachelor cooking
• Lazy weekend meals
• Lunch box recipes
• Small family meals
• Since it is easy to prepare, it is perfect when you want a comforting homemade chicken curry quickly.

Why this Bachelor chicken curry works

• There are many chicken gravy recipes, but this one is special because:
• Uses simple ingredients available in every kitchen
• Minimal chopping
• No complicated cooking techniques
• Ready in about 30 minutes
• Even someone cooking chicken for the first time can make this successfully.

What I love about this recipe

What I love most about this recipe is that it gives restaurant-style taste with very little effort.
The cashew paste adds a richness, the yogurt gives depth of flavor, and the spices create a perfect balance of taste. It’s the kind of recipe you can make again and again because it is easy, comforting, and delicious.

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• Chicken Recipes
• Egg recipes
• Fish Recipes

Some Chicken Gravy recipes for you to try:
Chicken gravy for beginners
Nadan Kozhi curry
Simple chicken kuzhambu
Kaju Chicken – Spicy version
Pepper Chicken Chettinad

Main ingredients used in this Bachelor Chicken Curry

Main Ingredients

– Chicken: ~400 g 
– Onion: 1 large 
– Ginger: 1-inch piece 
– Garlic: 3–4 cloves 
– Green chili: 1 
– Oil: 3–4 tbsp (sesame oil suggested, any cooking oil works) 
– Salt: to taste

Yogurt spice mix

– Thick curd / yogurt: 3–4 tbsp 
– Turmeric powder: 1/4 tsp 
– Chili powder: 1 tsp 
– Coriander powder: 1 tsp 
– Cumin powder: 1/2 tsp

Finishers

– Cashews: 15 (soak in hot water 10 min, then grind) 
– Curry leaves: a handful 
– Garam masala OR chicken masala: 1/2 tsp 
– Lemon juice: a squeeze 
– Coriander leaves: to garnish Source

Step-by-step method to make Bachelor Chicken Curry

Now lets see the step by step instructions with photos to make this Bachelor chicken curry recipe.

1) Make the flavor base (no water grinding)

Wash 400gms of chicken with a pinch of turmeric and rock salt. Keep it aside.

Grind onion + ginger + garlic + green chili into a coarse paste. The key here: don’t add water—keep it thick for better sautéing and flavor concentration.

2) Sauté until the raw smell goes

Heat oil in a pan.

Add the ground paste and sauté the paste until the raw smell disappears (this is where the curry’s depth starts).

3) Add chicken + salt and cook on medium

Add chicken and salt, then cook on medium flame for a few minutes to seal in juices and start building the gravy base.

4) Mix the yogurt masala

In a bowl, whisk yogurt with turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder until smooth (no lumps).

5) Add yogurt masala and simmer until oil separates

Add the yogurt-spice mix into the pan, stir well, and cook until you see oil separating—that’s the sign your masala is cooking properly.

6) Cover and cook until chicken is tender

Cover and cook around 10–12 minutes (adjust based on cut size) until chicken is tender.

7) Add cashew paste for creaminess

Blend soaked cashews into a smooth paste and add it in—this is the “creamy cheat code” that makes the curry feel richer.

8) Finish with curry leaves + masala

Add curry leaves and garam masala (or chicken masala). Simmer another 3–4 minutes on low so the aroma blooms without overcooking.

9) Lemon juice at the end

Turn off the heat, then squeeze lemon juice.

Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

Keep it classic or mix it up—this gravy pairs like a dream:

Classic South: Goes well with Parotta, Idiyappam, dosa and hot steamed idlies.

Rice rules: Spoon it over steaming basmati or jeera rice for the ultimate soak-up situation. Even It is especially delicious with hot steamed rice and a little ghee.

Bready bliss: Mop it with soft rotis, naan, or even crusty bread if you’re feeling Indo-Western.

Sidekicks: A simple cucumber raita or onion salad cuts the richness. For company, add a fried egg on top for brunchy flair.

Pro move: Serve family-style in a big bowl with lime wedges on the side—encourages second

Expert Tips

I’ve tweaked this recipe over countless solo cooking sessions, so here’s what elevates it from good to “wow”:

Marinate for magic:

Toss the chicken in the yogurt spice mix for 15-20 minutes before cooking. It tenderizes the meat and infuses flavor—trust me, it’s worth the wait. (I didn’t marinate in this recipe, since i wanna make it quick)

Low and slow on the onions:

Sauté them until golden brown (not burnt!). This caramelization is the flavor backbone; rush it, and you’ll miss that depth.

Whisk the yogurt:

Use thick curd to avoid the gravy becoming watery. Beat it smooth before adding to avoid curdling. If it starts to separate, a splash of water and gentle stirring saves the day.

Creamier Cashews:

Grind the cashews into a very smooth paste for a creamy gravy.

Taste as you go:

Start with half the chili powder and adjust—better safe than spicy regret.

Fresh is fierce:

Use fresh curry leaves if possible; they sizzle in hot oil like little flavor bombs.

Avoid common mistakes

– Don’t add water early. The chicken releases juices and the yogurt mix forms the gravy; adding water too soon can dilute flavor.  
– Cook yogurt masala patiently. Wait for the oil-separation cue—this avoids the “raw spice” taste.  
– Lemon juice always last. Adding it while boiling can mute the bright aroma—finish after switching off.

Storage Tips

Leftovers? Lucky you—this gets even better overnight as flavors meld.

Fridge: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to revive the gravy.
Freezer: Portion into freezer bags for up to a month. Thaw overnight and simmer—perfect for batch cooking.
Heads up: The lemon juice can make it tangy post-thaw, so add fresh at serving. Avoid microwaving on high to prevent drying out the chicken.

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ

Some Frequently asked questions while making this Bachelor Chicken Curry

Variations to this Bachelor Chicken Curry

This base is versatile—tweak it to match your mood or fridge raid:

Veggie boost:

Add diced potatoes, carrots, or bell peppers with the chicken for a heartier stew.

Creamier twist:

Swap yogurt for coconut milk for a milder, tropical vibe.

Protein swap:

Go vegetarian with paneer or chickpeas; it holds up just as well.

Spice level up:

For extra heat, throw in a dried red chili or smoked paprika. Dial it down with more cashew paste for silkiness.

Tangy Tomato

Add 1 chopped tomato while sautéing onions for a slightly tangy gravy.

Butter Chicken Style:

Add 1 tbsp butter and a little cream at the end for a richer taste.

Fusion fun:

Stir in a teaspoon of peanut butter with the cashews for a Thai-inspired nuttiness.

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Bachelor Chicken Curry

Easy Bachelor Chicken Curry is a simple homemade chicken curry made with basic pantry ingredients like onions, yogurt, spices, and cashew paste. It is a quick, beginner-friendly chicken recipe that anyone can cook without complicated steps. This recipe is perfect for people who want a flavorful homemade chicken gravy without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Course dinner, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, North Indian, South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword bachelor chicken curry, bachelor chicken gravy, chicken curry with cashew paste, chicken curry with yogurt, creamy chicken gravy, easy chicken masala, quick dinner chicken recipe, side dish for idli dosa, simple chicken curry recipe, south indian chicken curry

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 320kcal

Author Akila

Equipment

• pan or kadai
• Bowl for mixing yogurt

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• – Chicken: ~400 g
• – Onion: 1 large
• – Ginger: 1-inch piece
• – Garlic: 3–4 cloves
• – Green chili: 1
• – Oil: 3–4 tbsp sesame oil suggested, any cooking oil works
• – Salt: to taste

Yogurt spice mix

• – Thick curd / yogurt: 3–4 tbsp
• – Turmeric powder: 1/4 tsp
• – Chili powder: 1 tsp
• – Coriander powder: 1 tsp
• – Cumin powder: 1/2 tsp

Finishers

• – Cashews: 15 soak in hot water 10 min, then grind
• – Curry leaves: a handful
• – Garam masala OR chicken masala: 1/2 tsp
• – Lemon juice: a squeeze
• – Coriander leaves: to garnish

Instructions

Make the flavor base (no water grinding

• Grind onion + ginger + garlic + green chili into a coarse paste. The key here: don’t add water—keep it thick for better sautéing and flavor concentration.
  

Sauté until the raw smell goes

• Heat oil in a pan and sauté the paste until the raw smell disappears (this is where the curry’s depth starts).
  

Add chicken + salt and cook on medium

• Add chicken and salt, then cook on medium flame for a few minutes to seal in juices and start building the gravy base.

Mix the yogurt masala

• In a bowl, whisk yogurt with turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder until smooth (no lumps).
  

Add yogurt masala and simmer until oil separates

• Add the yogurt-spice mix into the pan, stir well, and cook until you see oil separating—that’s the sign your masala is cooking properly.
  

Cover and cook until chicken is tender

• Cover and cook around 10–12 minutes (adjust based on cut size) until chicken is tender.

Add cashew paste for creaminess

• Blend soaked cashews into a smooth paste and add it in—this is the “creamy cheat code” that makes the curry feel richer.
  

Finish with curry leaves + masala

• Add curry leaves and garam masala (or chicken masala). Simmer another 3–4 minutes on low so the aroma blooms without overcooking.

Lemon juice at the end

• Turn off the heat, then squeeze lemon juice. Garnish with coriander and serve hot.
  

Video

Notes

Marinate for magic:

Toss the chicken in the yogurt spice mix for 15-20 minutes before cooking. It tenderizes the meat and infuses flavor—trust me, it’s worth the wait. (I didn’t marinate in this recipe, since i wanna make it quick)

Low and slow on the onions:

Sauté them until golden brown (not burnt!). This caramelization is the flavor backbone; rush it, and you’ll miss that depth.

Whisk the yogurt:

Use thick curd to avoid the gravy becoming watery. Beat it smooth before adding to avoid curdling. If it starts to separate, a splash of water and gentle stirring saves the day.

Creamier Cashews:

Grind the cashews into a very smooth paste for a creamy gravy.

Taste as you go:

Start with half the chili powder and adjust—better safe than spicy regret.

Fresh is fierce:

Use fresh curry leaves if possible; they sizzle in hot oil like little flavor bombs.

Avoid common mistakes

– Don’t add water early. The chicken releases juices and the yogurt mix forms the gravy; adding water too soon can dilute flavor.
– Cook yogurt masala patiently. Wait for the oil-separation cue—this avoids the “raw spice” taste.
– Lemon juice always last. Adding it while boiling can mute the bright aroma—finish after switching off.

Nutrition (Approximate)

Per serving:
Calories: ~320 kcal
Protein: ~25 g
Fat: ~20 g
Carbohydrates: ~8 g
Values may vary based on ingredients used.

Final Verdict

If you are looking for a quick, simple, and flavorful chicken curry, this Easy Bachelor Chicken Gravy is a perfect choice.
It uses minimal ingredients, simple cooking steps, and delivers a rich homemade taste that everyone will enjoy. Whether you are a beginner cook, a busy professional, or someone who wants a quick chicken dish, this recipe is reliable, comforting, and delicious.

I’d rate it a solid 9/10 (loses a point only because I crave it daily now). Give it a whirl this week, and let me know in the comments how it turned out—tag your pics with #BachelorGravyGlowUp!

Happy cooking, folks.

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Learn how to make Red chilli chicken masala

Lets see how to make the thick and spicy Red chilli chicken masala at home with simple step by step instructions and video for your easy understanding.

What is Red Chilli Chicken Masala

If you’re craving a properly spicy, deeply flavored chicken masala that pairs with almost anything—rice, roti, dosa, idli—this Red Chilli Chicken Masala delivers. The key is a sautéed, blended masala paste made with shallots, Kashmiri red chilies, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, cloves, and nuts, then slow-cooked with chicken until thick and restaurant-style. This thick and spicy Red Chilli Chicken Masala is perfect for rice. It is a simple South Indian style chicken recipe with bold flavors and rich roasted masala.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Thick and flavorful
• Perfect for rice
• Easy to make
• Simple ingredients
• Spicy and satisfying

Check few of my collection of recipes

If you are a non veg lover then do check my huge collection of Non veg recipes

• Chicken Recipes
• Egg recipes
• Fish Recipes

Some Chicken Gravy recipes for you to try:
Chicken gravy for beginners
Nadan Kozhi curry
Simple chicken kuzhambu
Kaju Chicken – Spicy version
Pepper Chicken Chettinad

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Below is the video of Red chilli chicken masala in Tamil with English description

Lets now see the Ingredients needed and step by step procedure to make this recipe

Ingredients

For the masala paste

– 3 tbsp sesame oil / gingelly oil (Sesame oil)
– 15–20 small onions / shallots
– 7–8 Kashmiri dried red chilies (Kashmiri chili)
– 2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
– 8 almonds (or substitute cashews)
– 1-inch ginger
– 5–6 garlic cloves
– 5–6 cloves
– A little water, for grinding (as needed) Source

For the chicken masala

– ½ kg chicken, cut into pieces
– 1 large onion, sliced lengthwise
– 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
– ¼ tsp turmeric powder
– 1½ tsp chicken masala powder
– 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder (adjust to taste)
– Salt, to taste
– Curry leaves, a handful
– Coriander leaves, a handful (chopped)
– Lemon juice, a squeeze (about ½ lemon) Source

Step-by-step Procedure

1) Sauté the base for the paste
Heat 3 tbsp sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottom pan. Add shallots, dried Kashmiri red chilies, and chopped tomatoes. Sauté until softened.

2) Add aromatics + spices + nuts
Add almonds (or cashews), ginger, garlic, and cloves. Sauté until aromatic and well-cooked.

3) Cool and grind
Move the sautéed mixture to a plate, cool completely, then grind to a smooth paste with a little water. Set aside.

4) Build the chicken base
In the same pan, sauté 1 sliced large onion until translucent. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.

5) Add chicken + spice powders
Add the chicken. Season with turmeric, chicken masala powder, Kashmiri chili powder, and salt. Mix well to coat evenly.
6) Add the ground paste and slow cook
Add the prepared masala paste. Rinse the mixer jar with a little water and add that too. Cook on low heat for ~40–45 minutes, stirring occasionally. (No extra water is needed since the chicken releases moisture.)

7) Finish with herbs
When chicken is tender and masala turns thick, add curry leaves + coriander leaves

8) Final touch

Squeeze little lemon juice and Turn off the heat.

Your tasty red chilli chicken masala is ready to be served hot hot with rice or roti or chappathi.

Tips for Best Taste

– Go low and slow: The 40–45 minute low-flame cook is what makes the masala clingy and intense.
– Cool before grinding: Grinding hot sautéed mix can turn bitter and may also pressure-build in the jar—cool it fully first.
– Adjust spice smartly: Keep the dried chilies for flavor, but reduce Kashmiri chili powder if you want a milder version.
– Use a heavy pan/clay pot: Helps prevent burning during slow cooking and gives better body.

Notes & Variations

– Almonds vs cashews: Almonds are used, but cashews work as a substitute for similar richness and thickness.
– Serving ideas: This tastes especially great mixed with plain rice, and also pairs well with chapathi/roti, dosa, idli.
– Consistency control (optional): If you prefer it more “gravy-like,” add a small splash of hot water near the end (do it gradually so it doesn’t become thin).

Storage & Reheating

Here are safe, practical guidelines:
– Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 2–3 days. 
– Freezer: Freeze up to 1 month for best flavor (thaw overnight in the fridge). 
– Reheat: Reheat until piping hot; add a splash of water if the masala has thickened too much. 
It is always good to eat the cooked meal within a day.

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Red Chilli Chicken Masala

Red Chilli Chicken Masala is a bold, spicy and thick chicken recipe perfect for rice. The masala is roasted until oil separates, giving the dish a rich taste and deep colour. This home-style chicken curry is easy to prepare and ideal for a comforting lunch or dinner.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword chicken masala for rice, clay pot chicken curry, home made chicken masala, hotel style chicken masala, kashmiri chilli chicken, red chilli chicken masala, slow cooked chicken curry, spicy chicken masala

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 500kcal

Author Akila

Cost 10

Equipment

• kadai
• bowl for mixing

Ingredients

For the masala paste

• – 3 tbsp sesame oil / gingelly oil Sesame oil
• – 15–20 small onions / shallots
• – 7–8 Kashmiri dried red chilies Kashmiri chili
• – 2 tomatoes roughly chopped
• – 8 almonds or substitute cashews
• – 1-inch ginger
• – 5–6 garlic cloves
• – 5–6 cloves
• – A little water for grinding (as needed) Source

For the chicken masala

• – ½ kg chicken cut into pieces
• – 1 large onion sliced lengthwise
• – 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• – ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• – 1½ tsp chicken masala powder
• – 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder adjust to taste
• – Salt to taste
• – Curry leaves a handful
• – Coriander leaves a handful (chopped)
• – Lemon juice a squeeze (about ½ lemon) Source

Instructions

Sauté the base for the paste

• Heat 3 tbsp sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottom pan. Add shallots, dried Kashmiri red chilies, and chopped tomatoes. Sauté until softened.

Add aromatics + spices + nuts

• Add almonds (or cashews), ginger, garlic, and cloves. Sauté until aromatic and well-cooked.

Cool and grind

• Move the sautéed mixture to a plate, cool completely, then grind to a smooth paste with a little water. Set aside.

Build the chicken base

• In the same pan, sauté 1 sliced large onion until translucent. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.

Add chicken + spice powders

• Add the chicken. Season with turmeric, chicken masala powder, Kashmiri chili powder, and salt. Mix well to coat evenly.

Add the ground paste and slow cook

• Add the prepared masala paste. Rinse the mixer jar with a little water and add that too. Cook on low heat for ~40–45 minutes, stirring occasionally. (No extra water is needed since the chicken releases moisture.)

Finish with herbs

• When chicken is tender and masala turns thick, add curry leaves + coriander leaves

Final touch

• Squeeze little lemon juice and Turn off the heat.

Video

Notes

– Almonds vs cashews: Almonds are used, but cashews work as a substitute for similar richness and thickness.
– Serving ideas: This tastes especially great mixed with plain rice, and also pairs well with chapathi/roti, dosa, idli.
– Consistency control (optional): If you prefer it more “gravy-like,” add a small splash of hot water near the end (do it gradually so it doesn’t become thin).

FAQ

1) Is this dish very spicy?
It’s meant to be spicy. To reduce heat, cut down the Kashmiri chili powder and/or reduce the number of dried chilies in the paste.

2) Can I make it without almonds?
Yes—cashews are a mentioned substitute and will still give a thick, rich masala.

3) Do I need to add water while cooking?
Typically no, because chicken releases moisture; only the jar-rinse water is added with the paste. Source

4) What goes best with Red Chilli Chicken Masala?
It’s shown as a side for rice & roti, and also works with dosa/idli.

5) How do I know it’s done?
When the chicken is tender and the masala becomes thick and well-coated, it’s ready for herbs + lemon finishing.

6. Why is my red chilli chicken masala not thick?
If the masala is watery, it means:
Tomatoes were not cooked properly.
Masala was not roasted until oil separated.
Too much water was added.
Cook on medium flame and roast well until oil separates for thick consistency.

7. Can I use boneless chicken?
Yes, you can use boneless chicken.
But bone-in chicken gives:
More flavour
Better texture
Juicier result
For authentic taste, bone-in is recommended.

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It has a soft and crumbly texture — not too soft like upma and not too dry like podimas.
Perfect for busy mornings and weight loss diet.

How to make Ragi Aval Egg and vegetable stir fry

Now lets see how to make this Finger millet egg and vegetable stir fry or the ragi aval upma recipe

Ingredients

• Ragi aval – 1 cup
• water – 1/2 cup
• eggs – 4 (for vegetarian version add panneer and vegan version, add tofu)
• vegetables of your choice – 1/4 cup oi – 2 tbsp
• mustard seeds – little
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
• green chilli – 2 chopped finely
• curry leaves – a handful
• asafoetida – little
• onion – 1 medium sized
• salt – as per taste
• turmeric – less than 1/4 tsp
• coriander leaves for garnishing

Description

• Soak ragi with half cup water. use the same cup used for measuring the ragi.
• Heat oil in a pan.
• Add mustard, urud dal, cumin and fry a min.
• now add the green chilli, cury leaves and asafoetida.
• Add the onion and saute well.
• Add vegetables and sauté well.
• Break eggs and scramble well with the mixture.
• Add soaked ragi aval and mix well
• Add salt and turmeric. Cook until crumbly texture forms.
• Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Tips

Do not over soak ragi aval.
Cook in medium flame to maintain crumbly texture.
Add more vegetables for kids.

FAQ

Is Ragi Aval good for weight loss?

Yes, it is rich in fiber and keeps you full for longer.

Can I skip egg?

Yes, you can make it completely vegetarian. Add panneer to make it as a vegetarian dish and add tofu to make it full vegan dish

Can it be stored?

Yes you can store it. But I advice you to consume with in the same day, so you can feel the freshness of egg and ragi.

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Podi Muttai | Spicy Egg fry with homemade powder

This Podi Muttai | Spicy Egg fry with homemade powder is a flavour-packed Chettinad style egg fry made with freshly ground homemade spices. Its crunchy outside and soft inside makes it more delicious.

How to make Podi Muttai

This podi masala-coated egg roast is perfect as a side dish for rice, rasam, sambar or even as a starter. It is made using simple ingredients and roasted in traditional style, this podi muttai delivers bold South Indian flavours in every bite.

In this recipe, boiled eggs are slit and roasted with homemade spice powder, curry leaves and aromatic ingredients to create a perfectly balanced spicy side dish. It pairs wonderfully with sambar rice, rasam rice, curd rice or even as a starter.

If you love spicy egg recipes, this podi muttai will quickly become your favourite!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

1. Made with homemade roasted spices
2. Quick and easy to prepare
3. Perfect side dish for lunch
4. Authentic Chettinad flavour
5. Simple ingredients available at home

If you love egg recipes, then do check my other egg recipes below,

• Quick egg fry
• Masala Egg roast
• Spicy Egg masala
• Quick egg fried rice
• Ragi aval vegetable and egg stir fry

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• full collection of evening snacks.
• full collection of my egg recipes

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Ingredients

• eggs – 4
• channa dal – 1 tbsp
• urud dal – 1 tbsp
• pepper – 1 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1 tsp
• fennel seeds – 1/2 tsp
• fenugreek seeds – 1/4 tsp
• coriander seeds – 1/2 tbsp
• garlic cloves- 5
• Kashmiri chilli – 6 to 7
• curry leaves – 3 springs
• sesame seeds – 1/2 tsp
• coriander leaves for garnishing
• oil – 4 to 5 tbsb
• Salt as needed
• water to boil eggs

How to Make Spicy Podi Muttai

Lets see how to make the podi muttai step by step

Step 1: Boil the Eggs

Boil the eggs for 8–10 minutes. Peel the shell and make small slits on each egg so the masala can coat well.

Step 2: Prepare the Homemade Spice Powder

Dry roast channa dal, urud dal, pepper, fennel, cumin, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, sesame seeds, dry red chillies and garlic and spring of curry leaves until aromatic.

Cool and grind into a coarse powder.

Step 3: Fry the Eggs

Heat oil in a pan. Add curry leaves and turmeric powder. Place the boiled eggs and gently roast for 2–3 minutes.
Sprinkle the prepared spice powder evenly over the eggs.

Roast on low flame until the masala sticks well and turns slightly crispy.

Step 4: Serve the eggs

Serve hot on a banana leaf for traditional flavour and aroma.

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Spicy Podi Muttai | Spicy Egg fry with homemade masala

This Spicy Podi Muttai is a flavour-packed Chettinad style egg fry made with freshly ground homemade spices. Its crunchy outside and soft inside makes it mire delicious. This podi masala-coated egg roast is perfect as a side dish for rice, rasam, sambar or even as a starter. It is made using simple ingredients and roasted in traditional style, this podi muttai delivers bold South Indian flavours in every bite.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian

Keyword 2 min egg fry, quick egg fry

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 7 minutes minutes

Author Akila

Equipment

• pan

Ingredients

• eggs – 4
• channa dal – 1 tbsp
• urud dal – 1 tbsp
• pepper – 1 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1 tsp
• fennel seeds – 1/2 tsp
• fenugreek seeds – 1/4 tsp
• coriander seeds – 1/2 tbsp
• garlic cloves- 5
• Kashmiri chilli – 6 to 7
• curry leaves – 3 springs
• sesame seeds – 1/2 tsp
• coriander leaves for garnishing
• oil – 4 to 5 tbsb
• Salt as needed
• water to boil eggs

Instructions

• Lets see how to make the podi muttai step by step
• Step 1: Boil the Eggs
• Boil the eggs for 8–10 minutes. Peel the shell and make small slits on each egg so the masala can coat well.
• Step 2: Prepare the Homemade Spice Powder
• Dry roast channa dal, urud dal, pepper, fennel, cumin, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, sesame seeds, dry red chillies and garlic and spring of curry leaves until aromatic. Cool and grind into a coarse powder.
• Step 3: Fry the Eggs
• Heat oil in a pan. Add curry leaves and turmeric powder. Place the boiled eggs and gently roast for 2–3 minutes.
• Sprinkle the prepared spice powder evenly over the eggs. Roast on low flame until the masala sticks well and turns slightly crispy.
• Step 4: Serve the eggs
• Serve hot on a banana leaf for traditional flavour and aroma.

Notes

Always grind spice powder coarse, not very fine.
Roast on low flame to avoid burning spices.
Add a little ghee at the end for extra flavour.
Use freshly boiled eggs for better texture.

Tips for Perfect Podi muttai

1. Always grind spice powder coarse, not very fine.
2. Roast on low flame to avoid burning spices.
3. Add a little ghee at the end for extra flavour.
4. Use freshly boiled eggs for better texture.
   

Serving Suggestions

Spicy Podi Muttai tastes amazing with:
Sambar rice
Rasam rice
Curd rice
Lemon rice
Tomato rice
It can also be served as a spicy starter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use store-bought masala?
Yes, but homemade podi gives authentic Chettinad flavour.

How long can I store this?
It tastes best fresh, but you can store it in refrigerator for 1 day.

Can I make it less spicy?
Yes, reduce dry red chillies and pepper.

Conclusion

This Spicy Podi Muttai is a simple yet flavourful South Indian egg recipe that brings authentic Chettinad taste to your kitchen. With homemade spices and easy steps, this egg fry recipe is perfect for everyday meals.

Try this recipe and let me know your feedback in the comments!

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Non Vegetarian Recipes

CHICKEN RECIPES

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Soup

1. Thick chicken soup

Side dish – Gravy

1. 1. Simple chicken gravy for beginners
   2. Spicy country chicken kurma
   3. Coriander chicken gravy
   4. Chettinad Pepper chicken
   5. Chicken cashew gravy
   6. Chicken Kurma
   7. Chicken manchurian
   8. Nadan Kozhi Curry ( Kerala chicken curry )
   9. Chicken Kuzhambu step by step – Simple version
   10. Chicken Gravy step by step
   11. Kaju chicken – spicy version
   12. Arachuvitta Naatu Kozhi Kuzhambu
   13. Karaikudi Chicken Fry (semi gravy)
   14. Butter Chicken / Murgh Makhani Recipe
   15. Red chilli chicken recipe
   16. Bachelor Chicken Curry

Side dish – Dry

1. Country chicken fry / Naatu kozhi varuval
2. Popcorn Chicken
3. Chicken tikka in skewer
4. Chicken franks – fried in indian style
5. Chicken tikka
6. Chicken 65
7. Pepper chicken chettinad – dry
8. Easy Chicken Masala for beginners
9. Chicken 65 – version 2 (Restaurant Style)
10. Crispy Chicken Fry (like KFC)
11. Ginger Chicken Fry – Dry version
12. Butter Chicken Roast
13. Garlic Tomato Chicken Roast
14. Chilli Chicken Dry Version
15. Quick Chicken Fry

Biryani

1. Chicken Biryani
2. Country chicken Biryani

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FISH RECIPES

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Sides – Gravy/Kuzhambu

1. Meen Kuzhambu (Sankara meen kuzhambu) – Amma Special
2. Karuvadu Kuzhambu / Dry fish gravy
3. Vaala karuvadu vathakkal
4. Ikan bilis sambal / Nethili Sambal
5. Meen Molee / Fish in coconut milk
6. Nethili Karuvadu Kuzhambu
7. Singapore Fish Head Curry
8. Nethili Karuvadu Thokku

Sides – Dry

1. Masala Fish Fry
2. Anchovies dry fish fry / Nethili karuvadu varuval
3. How to make Sura Puttu / Scrambled shark
4. Fish Manchurian – dry
5. Vaalai karuvadu fry / Ribbon dry fish fry
6. Simple Fish Fry
7. Anchovies Fish Fry
8. Kerala Style Pomfret Fry
9. Andhra Style Fish Fry
10. Indian Style Salmon Fish Fry
11. Small Fish Fry 
12. Curry Leaves Fish Fry

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PRAWN RECIPES

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Sides – Gravy

1. Prawn Roast in Kerala Style / Chemeen Roast
2. Goan Shrimp Curry
3. Prawn Pepper Gravy
4. Prawn Kuzhambu
5. Tom yam Coconut prawns
6. Prawn Gravy
7. Prawn Thokku / Shrimp Thokku
8. Malabar Prawn Curry
9. Goan Prawn Vindaloo
10. Andhra style spicy prawn curry
11. Coconut Prawn Curry
12. Kadai Prawns 
13. Prawn Masala Goan Style

Sides – Dry / Starters / Snacks

1. Prawn Pakora
2. How to make Crispy Prawns – step by step
3. Prawn fry
4. Prawn Cutlets
5. Prawn Tikka
6. Prawn 65
7. Andhra Style Prawn fry
8. Garlic Butter Prawns
9. Goan Prawn Fry – Simple method
10. Restaurant Style Prawn Fry

Biryani / Rice

1. Prawn rice sevai Biryani
2. Prawn Dum Biryani
3. Prawn Pepper Fried Rice
4. Prawn Biryani using Coconut Milk
5. Spicy Prawn Fried Rice

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EGG RECIPES

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1. French Toast
2. Muttai Kurma / Egg Kurma
3. Egg Biryani
4. Egg Podimas / Scrambled egg
5. Egg and Capsicum Gravy
6. Egg Balchao
7. Spicy Egg Masala
8. Egg Thokku
9. Muttai Kuzhambu (udacha mutta kulambu)
10. Scrambled Egg Curry
11. Vegetable Egg Burji
12. Egg Pepper Masala
13. Masala Egg Roast 
14. Fried Egg Sandwich
15. Masala French Toast
16. Quick Egg Fry
17. Egg fried rice in 5 min
18. Easy Egg pepper fry
19. Egg Cutlet
20. Podi Muttai
21. Ragi Aval and Egg fry

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MUTTON RECIPES

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1. Mutton Soup
2. Mutton Pepper Fry
3. Mutton Kola Urundai 
4. Mutton Biryani
5. Mutton Kuzhambu
6. Mutton Masala
7. Mutton Semi Gravy
8. Mutton Kola Urundai – my father’s version
9. Mutton Pepper Masala

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How to make Egg cutlet | Muttai Cutlet

This egg cutlet or the muttai cutlet is a great evening snack or a tea time snack. It can also be taken as a simple dinner too. This egg cutlet turns out to be super crispy on outside and soft on inside and tastes great with simple chilli sauce or tomato sauce or mayonise itslef.

The egg cutlet is not only loved by kids but also adults too can enjoy this great evening snack without any doubt.

This Egg cutlet is very easy to make and tastes really great. The only time it takes is that, boiling the eggs and the potato and making them into desired shape.

The same stuffing can be used to fill in the egg samosa also.

If you like cutlet recipes, then do check below few cutlets

• Soya chunks cutlet
• Prawn cutlet
• Vegetabke cutlet
• Left over rice cutlet

If you love egg recipes, then do check my other egg recipes below,

• Quick egg fry
• Masala Egg roast
• Spicy Egg masala
• Quick egg fried rice

You can also check the below collections

• full collection of evening snacks.
• full collection of my egg recipes

If you love my recipes, then do subscribe to my Youtube channel for latest videos. For Recipes in English – Akilas Kitchen (quick recipes) and for recipes in Tamil – Just Samayal (detailed videos).

How long you can store the cutlets without cooking

Once you have coated with bread crumbs, you can store them in a ziplock bag and freeze them for 3 to 4 days. But I personally dont prefer them and want them to be fresh.

I do not have bread crumbs, If so can I able to prepare these cutlets?

Yes you can very well prepare the cutlets without the bread crumbs. But if you want, you can just roll the cutlets in flour (All purpose flour) lightly and then fry them.

What are the substitute of bread crumbs?

Bread crumbs is easily available at stores or you can prepare them easily at home. (Check — > how to prepare the bread crumbs). You can also use, lightly roasted rava (Semolina / sooji), crushed corn flakes, roasted and crushed oat meal.

Ingredients used to make the Egg cutlet | Muttai Cutlet

• Boiled potatoes – 2 big
• Hard boiled eggs – 2 to 3
• Green chillies – 2 chopped finely
• Onion – 1 small size chopped finely
• Chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander powder – 3/4 tsp
• Salt as needed
• Roasted cumin powder – 3/4 tsp
• Garam masala – 3/4 tsp
• Dry mando powder – 1/2 tsp
• Ginger garlic paste – 1/2 tsp
• Coriander leaves – 1/2 cup
• Oil for frying

Step by step instructions to make the Egg cutlet | Muttai Cutlet

Now Lets see how to make the Egg cutlet | Muttai Cutlet with step by step instructions and a video for your easy understanding.

Hard boil the eggs, remove the shells and keep it aside. Boil the potatoes, remove skin and keep it.

Now grate the boiled potatoes using a grater.

Roughly chop the hard boiled eggs and add to the potatoes. If you want to grate the eggs, you can grate and add them.

Mix the spices

To this, add the green chillies, onion, ginger garlic paste

Include the chilli powder, coriander powder and salt

Add the garam masala and dry mango powder

also add the finely chopped coriander powder and the roasted cumin powder

Mix all the masala well

Making cutlets

Now take a small lemon sized portion of the masala and flatten them nicely. If you feel the masala is sticky, then apply little oil on your palms.

Repeat the process with the entire masala.

In another bowl, break one egg and keep aside. In another plate add enough bread crumbs for coating.

Now dip the patties, in to the egg mixture and then roll on the bread crumbs, until the bread crumbs are well coated fully. Repeat the process with other patties too. Allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

Fry the cutlets

In a wok, add enough oil for frying and heat it in medium flame. Once the oil is hot enough, add the patties slowly and in batches.

Keep rolling them, so that they are evenly fried on all sides.

Once the patties turn light golden, filter the oil and remove them.

Tasty and crispy Egg cutlets are ready to be served

Serve the Egg cutlets or muttai cutlet, with simple tomato sauce or chilli sauce or mayonnaise.

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Egg cutlet | Muttai Cutlet Recipe

This egg cutlet or the muttai cutlet is a great evening snack or a tea time snack. It can also be taken as a simple dinner too. This egg cutlet turns out to be super crispy on outside and soft on inside and tastes great with simple chilli sauce or tomato sauce or mayonise itslef.

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine Indian

Keyword cutlet, Egg cutlet, egg kebab

Prep Time 8 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Resting time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 28 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 200kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• Boiled potatoes – 2 big
• Hard boiled eggs – 2 to 3
• Green chillies – 2 chopped finely
• Onion – 1 small size chopped finely
• Chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander powder – 3/4 tsp
• Salt as needed
• Roasted cumin powder – 3/4 tsp
• Garam masala – 3/4 tsp
• Dry mando powder – 1/2 tsp
• Ginger garlic paste – 1/2 tsp
• Coriander leaves – 1/2 cup
• Oil for frying

Instructions

• Hard boil the eggs, remove the shells and keep it aside. Boil the potatoes, remove skin and keep it.
• Now grate the boiled potatoes using a grater.
• Roughly chop the hard boiled eggs and add to the potatoes. If you want to grate the eggs, you can grate and add them.

Mix the spices

• To this, add the green chillies, onion, ginger garlic paste
• Include the chilli powder, coriander powder and salt
• Add the garam masala and dry mango powder
• also add the finely chopped coriander powder and the roasted cumin powder
• Mix all the masala well

Making cutlets

• Now take a small lemon sized portion of the masala and flatten them nicely. If you feel the masala is sticky, then apply little oil on your palms.
• Repeat the process with the entire masala.
• In another bowl, break one egg and keep aside. In another plate add enough bread crumbs for coating.
• Now dip the patties, in to the egg mixture and then roll on the bread crumbs, until the bread crumbs are well coated fully. Repeat the process with other patties too. Allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

Fry the cutlets

• In a wok, add enough oil for frying and heat it in medium flame. Once the oil is hot enough, add the patties slowly and in batches.
• Keep rolling them, so that they are evenly fried on all sides.
• Once the patties turn light golden, filter the oil and remove them.
• Tasty and crispy Egg cutlets are ready to be served

Video

Notes

check the below notes

Notes

1. You can grate the eggs instead of chopping them into small pieces
2. you can also add lemon juice for more tanginess.

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How to make Quick Egg Fried Rice

This Quick Egg Fried Rice is one of our family favorite recipe and my kids used to ask me to prepare this at least twice a week.

Normally for a fried rice, lots of veggies are added to make the dish tastier and healthier. But for this Quick Egg Fried Rice, we do not need any veggies, yet the fried rice tastes really awesome.

Also as the name indicates, it can be prepared very quickly like just in 5 minutes of time, when you have the rice ready.

If you love egg dishes, then I recommend some of the below tasty egg recipes.

• Quick egg fry
• Udaitha Muttai kuzhambu
• Spicy egg masala
• Masala Egg roast
• Egg thokku
• Egg Pepper Fry

You can also check the full collection of egg recipes.

If you want check my other fried rice recipes like –

• Spicy prawn fried rice
• Crumbled paneer fried rice
• veg fried rice

If you love my recipes, then do subscribe to my YouTube channel for latest videos. For Recipes in English – Akilas Kitchen (quick recipes) and for recipes in Tamil – Just Samayal (detailed videos).

Now Lets see how to make the Quick egg fried rice recipe with step by step instructions and a video for your easy understanding.

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Quick Egg Fried Rice

This Quick Egg Fried Rice is a really a quick fried rice recipe, because we can finish this recipe in just 5 minutes of time. For this recipe, you do not need any vegetables and yet, the fried rice tastes awesome.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Chinese, Indian

Keyword egg fried rice, egg recipes, Quick egg fried rice

Prep Time 0 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

0 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 150kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• Eggs – 4
• Cooked and cooled down rice – 2 bowls you can also use the left over rice
• light soya sauce – 2 tbsp
• rice vinegar – 1.5 to 2 tbsp
• salt – as needed
• black pepper powder – as needed
• oil – 5 to 6 tbsp

Instructions

• In a big kadai, add 4 to 5 tbsp of oil. Once the oil is hot, reduce the flame.
• add the eggs now.
• Now turn the flame to high and from this time you need to keep the flame high only to make this fried rice.
• Start frying the eggs until they become scrambled and 90 % cooked.
• Lets add the salt, light soya sauce. (light soya is preferred in this recipe, so that it wont make the dish to be very brown.) (also soya sauce contains more salt, so while adding the salt, adjust carefully)
• add the freshly ground black pepper powder as per your spiciness. You can also add the white pepper powder.
• Adjust and add the vinegar. Here I have added 1.5 tbsp only.
• Give a quick stir
• Now add the two bowls of rice. The rice should be 85 to 90 % cooked. If you are using freshly boiled rice, then keep the rice in fridge for 1 to 2 hours and then use it. but I prefer using the left over rice, which gives a great taste to this fried rice.
• Mix them well
• add in 1 tbsp of oil and sprinkle some more pepper just before switching off the stove.
• Again give a quick stir and switch off the stove.
• Serve the tasty and easy egg fried rice with chilli sauce or soya sauce.

Video

Notes

Check the below notes

Ingredients to make the recipe

• Eggs – 4
• Cooked and cooled down rice – 2 bowls (you can also use the left over rice)
• light soya sauce – 2 tbsp
• rice vinegar – 1.5 to 2 tbsp
• salt – as needed
• black pepper powder – as needed
• oil – 5 to 6 tbsp

Step by step instructions to make the Quick Egg Fried Rice

In a big kadai, add 4 to 5 tbsp of oil. Once the oil is hot, reduce the flame.

add the eggs now.

Now turn the flame to high and from this time you need to keep the flame high only to make this fried rice.

Start frying the eggs until they become scrambled and 90 % cooked.

Lets add the salt, light soya sauce. (light soya is preferred in this recipe, so that it wont make the dish to be very brown.) (also soya sauce contains more salt, so while adding the salt, adjust carefully)

add the freshly ground black pepper powder as per your spiciness. You can also add the white pepper powder.

Adjust and add the vinegar. Here I have added 1.5 tbsp only.

Give a quick stir

Now add the two bowls of rice. The rice should be 85 to 90 % cooked. If you are using freshly boiled rice, then keep the rice in fridge for 1 to 2 hours and then use it. but I prefer using the left over rice, which gives a great taste to this fried rice.

Mix them well

add in 1 tbsp of oil and sprinkle some more pepper just before switching off the stove.

Again give a quick stir and switch off the stove.

Serve the tasty and easy egg fried rice with chilli sauce or soya sauce.

Quick Egg Fried Rice is Ready to be served.

Notes

1. Light soya sauce is preferred for this recipe. If not, you can use the dark soya sauce.
2. soya sauce already has salt. so while adding salt, adjust accordingly.
3. Rice cooked till 80% is preferred for any fried rice.

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How to make Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu Varuval

This Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu Varuval is a famous street food recipe of Tamil Nadu and it is mostly served with chicken biryani or parotta in the road side shops.

Also there are so many styles of making this dish and what I have prepared is easiest and the spicy one. In coming days, we will see the different styles of this recipe soon.

If you love egg dishes, then I recommend some of the below tasty egg recipes.

• Quick egg fry
• Udaitha Muttai kuzhambu
• Spicy egg masala
• Masala Egg roast
• Egg thokku

You can check the full collection of egg recipes.

If you love my recipes, then do subscribe to my YouTube channel for latest videos. For Recipes in English – Akilas Kitchen (quick recipes) and for recipes in Tamil – Just Samayal (detailed videos).

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Easy Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu varuval

Easy Egg Pepper Fry | Muttai Milagu varuval is so easy to make side dish recipe, which can be finished in just 4 to 5 minutes. Also this is really very spicy recipe and those who cannot bare the spicy dishes, I warn you to stay away from this dish.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword 2 min egg fry, egg pepper fry, muttai milagu varuval

Prep Time 0 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

boiling time 8 minutes minutes

Total Time 13 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 200kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• Eggs – 4 to 5
• Oil – 2 to 3 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1/4 tsp
• curry leaves – little
• asafoetida – little
• Turmeric – 1/4 tsp
• salt – as req
• chilli flakes – 1/2 tsp
• Freshly ground black pepper powder – 1 tbsp
• Rice flour – 1 tbsp
• Coriander leaves – for garnishing

Instructions

• Hard boil the eggs, cool it down and remove the shell. Cut them lengthwise and keep it aside.

Make the Tempering

• In a pan add 2 to 3 tbsp of oil and once it is hot, add the mustard, urud dal (black gram), cumin seeds.
• Add the curry leaves and fry for a minute until the curry leaves becomes crispy.
• To this add the turmeric, salt, asafoetida and the chilli flakes. Fry these for about a minute again in low flame.
• Now add in the freshly ground black pepper powder and give a quick mix with the spices. Once you have added the pepper powder, you should not fry them in high flame or for more time. just fry in low flame for 30 sec only because the pepper gives bitter taste once fried for a long time.

Fry the eggs

• Now add in the boiled eggs and fry for a minute.
• Add in the rice flour to this. Rice flour is used to make the masala to coat well on the eggs also also gives little crispiness to the eggs and also adding the rice flour, makes the egg fry to be less spicy so that, you can give it to your kids. (This step is pure optional)
• Flip the eggs and fry the other side
• Fry the eggs for another 2 to 3 minutes until the masala are well coated with the eggs. if you want you can sprinkle little more pepper to this.
• Masala coated well.
• Switch off the stove. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.

Video

Notes

check the below notes

Ingredients to make the recipe

• Eggs – 4 to 5
• Oil – 2 to 3 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1/4 tsp
• curry leaves – little
• asafoetida – little
• Turmeric – 1/4 tsp
• salt – as req
• chilli flakes – 1/2 tsp
• Freshly ground black pepper powder – 1 tbsp
• Rice flour – 1 tbsp
• Coriander leaves – for garnishing

Step by step instructions to make the Egg pepper fry

Lets see how to make the easy egg pepper fry with step wise pictures.

Hard boil the eggs, cool it down and remove the shell. Cut them lengthwise and keep it aside.

Make the Tempering

In a pan add 2 to 3 tbsp of oil and once it is hot, add the mustard, urud dal (black gram), cumin seeds.

Add the curry leaves and fry for a minute until the curry leaves becomes crispy.

To this add the turmeric, salt, asafoetida and the chilli flakes. Fry these for about a minute again in low flame.

Now add in the freshly ground black pepper powder and give a quick mix with the spices. Once you have added the pepper powder, you should not fry them in high flame or for more time. just fry in low flame for 30 sec only because the pepper gives bitter taste once fried for a long time.

Fry the eggs

Now add in the boiled eggs and fry for a minute.

Add in the rice flour to this. Rice flour is used to make the masala to coat well on the eggs also also gives little crispiness to the eggs and also adding the rice flour, makes the egg fry to be less spicy so that, you can give it to your kids. (This step is pure optional)

Flip the eggs and fry the other side

Fry the eggs for another 2 to 3 minutes until the masala are well coated with the eggs. if you want you can sprinkle little more pepper to this.

Masala coated well.

Switch off the stove. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.

Serve the Spicy Easy Egg Pepper Fry as the side dish to the biryani or paratha.

Notes

1. Adding the rice flour is purely optional only. It gives light crispiness and also reduces the spiciness of the dish a little bit. Also instead of rice flour, you can add gram flour also.
2. Do not fry the egg more than 5 minutes, as it may make the egg a bit rubbery.

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Quick Chicken Fry recipe with easy step by step instructions and a video for your easy understanding and learning.

How to make Quick Chicken Fry

This quick chicken fry can be made very easily and does not take much time for marinating as like other chicken fry recipes.

The chicken fry is similar to the road side shops or the street food chicken fry recipe, as they don’t take much time for marinating and fry the chicken Instantly, but the taste is always great.

You can make this quickly and can be taken as an evening snack or can serve as a side dish for the chicken biryani.

This chicken fry would be crispy outside and soft inside. Also you can make this with both broiler chicken or the country chicken, but country chicken takes more time to cook.

If you are a chicken lover, then do try the different chicken recipes below

• Karaikudi chicken fry
• Garlic tomato chicken roast
• Chicken ghee roast
• Chicken masala for beginners
• Popcorn chicken

You can check the whole collections below

• Collection of chicken recipes
• Collection of non veg recipes

If you love my recipes, then do subscribe to my Youtube channel for latest videos. For Recipes in English – Akilas Kitchen (quick recipes)and for recipes in Tamil – Just Samayal (detailed vieos).

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Quick Chicken Fry | How to make Chicken Fry

Chicken Fry or the Quick chicken fry is an easy chicken recipe which doesn’t require more marination time. You can finish this chicken fry in just 10 to 15 min of time and tastes awesome.

Course Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine Indian

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Marinatle time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 500kcal

Author Akila

Notes

Check the below notes 

Ingredients

• Chicken – 1/2 kg
• Chilli powder- 1 tbsp (can adjust as per your spice level)
• Coriander powder – 1 tsp
• Cumin powder – 1 tsp
• Ginger paste – 1 tsp
• Garlic paste – 1 tsp
• Salt – as per taste
• Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
• Pepper powder – 1/4 tsp
• Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• Gram flour/chick peas flour – 2 tbsp
• Corn flour – 2 tbsp
• Red food colour – 1 or 2 pinch ( optional )
• Lemon juice – from 1 full lemon ( adjust as per your tanginess )
• Water – little
• Oil for frying
• Curry leaves – little

Step by step instructions

Let us see the step by step instructions for making the quick chicken fry

Marinate the chicken

Wash and clean the chicken for 3 to 4 times with salt. Take them in a big bowl.

Add salt, chilli powder

Turmeric, coriander and cumin powder

Pepper powder, garam masala, garlic paste

Also add the ginger paste, corn flour and gram flour

Now add in some one or two pinches of red food colour. This step is optional but it gives a nice reddish colour to the chicken pieces. Now squeeze a small lemon fully for a tangy taste. This can be adjusted as per your taste.

Mix everything well. Add little water to mix thoroughly.

Just marinate for about 10 to 15 minutes only. If the chicken pieces are big, using a fork slowly prick the chicken pieces, so that masala goes inside. If your chicken are small pieces, then no need to prick them.

Frying the chicken

In a pan, add enough oil and heat in medium flame. Drop a small piece of chicken to check if the oil is hot enough to fry. One the oil is hit, add the chicken pieces one by one.

Fry the chicken in small batches. ( i fried of about 5 to 6 pieces of chicken as my frying pan is small. ) you can add more pieces but the chicken pieces should have more space so that it cam be rotated easily )

Frying the chicken takes about 10 minutes at least. Fry them in medium flame only. Keep rotating while frying. Chicken pieces turn dark reddish in colour and the sshhhh…. sound ceases.

The chicken would.have turned crispy by this time. Remove from oil and filter the excess oil.

Repeat the process of frying with the remaining chicken pieces also. Fry some curry leaves in the same oil and add to the chicken.

Your tasty and easy chicken fry is ready to be served.

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Easy quick egg fry recipe with video and easy step by step instructions for your easy undersatnding and learning.

How to make Quick Egg Fry

This Quick egg fry recipe can be made in just 2 min of time when you have the hard boiled egg in hand and people who are in hurry burry can finish this recipe soon.

Though this egg fry can be made in just 2 minutes of time, it still tastes great with all the masala coated and fried in hot oil. Even for frying this requires very little oil only.

This egg fry recipe can be made easily in morning and it really makes a best side dish for any kind of rice and you can pack this for your kids or hubby’s lunch box.

If you like egg recipes, then do check out the following recipes

• scrabled egg fry
• Egg masala
• egg pepper masala
• Masala egg roast

you can also see the different collections below

• 30+ chicken recipes
• 50+ sea food recipes
• 20+ egg recipes

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Quick egg fry | Egg fry in 2 min | Muttai fry | Egg Recipes

Quick egg fry is very easy to make and as the name indicates, it is very very quick as it can be , finished in just 2 min of time, when you have the hard boiled egg in hand alread

Course Side Dish

Cuisine South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword 2 min egg fry, muttai fry, quick egg fry

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 300kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• hard boiled eggs – 5
• oil – 4 to 5 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• curry leaves – 2 springs
• turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
• coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
• salt – as per taste
• ginger – 1/4 tsp optional
• garlic – 1/4 tsp optional
• coriander leaves for garnishing

Instructions

• check the below instructions

Video

Notes

Check the below notes 

Ingredients

• hard boiled eggs – 5
• oil – 4 to 5 tbsp
• mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• curry leaves – 2 springs
• turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
• chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
• coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
• salt – as per taste
• ginger – 1/4 tsp (optional)
• garlic – 1/4 tsp (optional)
• coriander leaves for garnishing

Step by step instructions to make 2 min Muttai fry

boil the eggs and remove the shell.

cut them into 2 halfs lengthwise. Keep it aside

in a pan add 4 to 5 tbsp of oil

to this add mustard seeds, urud dal and curry leaves and fry for a while.

Add turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder and salt.

Keep the flame in low and start frying just for 30 sec to 1 min only.

Now add little ginger garlic paste. This step is optional only. If you like ginger garlic smell you can add it, else you can very well avoid them. Fry for about 2 min or until.the garlic smell goes off.

Arrange orPlace the eggs now .

fry a min in one side first.

Slowly turn to the other side and fry a min.

Do this all in low to medium flame as the high flame may make the masala turn black and bitter.

Easy and tasty quick egg fry is ready to be served.

Serve them with any kind of main dishes.

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