Name: Hot And Sweet Egg Curry | Sweet and Spicy Egg Curry
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 Nos. Eggs (Boiled and each halved); 1/2 Tbsp Mustard seeds; 3 Tbsp Oil; 2 Stems Curry leaves; 1/4 Tsp Turmeric powder; 2 Tbsp Coriander powder; 1 Tbsp Red chilly powder; 3/4 Tbsp Sugar; 1/2 Tbsp Dried Fenugreek leaves (Uluva ela); 1 No. Onion (Chopped, big); 2 Nos. Tomato (Chopped); 2 Nos. Green chillies (Slit); 6 Nos. Garlic Cloves (Chopped); 1/2 Tbsp Vinegar; Salt (As reqd); 4 cups Water

Hot And Sweet Egg Curry | Sweet and Spicy Egg Curry

By annamathew

• November 14, 2006

Hot And Sweet Egg Curry | Sweet and Spicy Egg Curry

Hot and Sweet Egg Curry is a flavour-rich dish that beautifully balances Kerala-style spiciness with a gentle sweetness, creating a curry that instantly stands out. Firstly, this unique combination of bold red chilli heat, tangy notes, and mild sweetness turns a simple boiled egg into an irresistible meal favorite. Whether served with steamed rice, chapathi, or dosa, this sweet and spicy egg curry brings a restaurant-style twist to everyday cooking, making it perfect for busy lunches and comforting dinners.

Why This Sweet and Spicy Egg Curry Stands Out

This dish is known for its deep, layered flavours. The spicy heat builds slowly, balanced by a natural sweetness that rounds off the curry without overpowering it. The glossy, thick gravy coats the eggs beautifully, giving each bite a perfect mix of hot, sweet, and tangy notes. For those who love bold flavours without extreme heat, this curry hits the sweet spot—literally.

Perfect for Kerala-Style Meal Plans

Hot and Sweet Egg Curry blends effortlessly into Kerala meal traditions. Its rich masala base complements matta rice, porotta, ghee rice, and even neer dosa. The curry is also loved because it requires minimal ingredients while delivering maximum flavour. Its versatility makes it suitable for lunchboxes, weekend cooking, and festive spreads.

Hot And Sweet Egg Curry | Sweet and Spicy Egg Curry

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Kerala

Servings people

Ingredients

4 Nos. Eggs Boiled and each halved
1/2 Tbsp Mustard seeds
3 Tbsp Oil
2 Stems Curry leaves
1/4 Tsp Turmeric powder
2 Tbsp Coriander powder
1 Tbsp Red chilly powder
3/4 Tbsp Sugar
1/2 Tbsp Dried Fenugreek leaves Uluva ela
1 No. Onion Chopped, big
2 Nos. Tomato Chopped
2 Nos. Green chillies Slit
6 Nos. Garlic Cloves Chopped
1/2 Tbsp Vinegar
Salt As reqd
4 cups Water

Instructions

Heat oil in a pan.
Splutter mustard seeds.
Add onion and saute till it becomes slight brown.
Add tomato, garlic and green chillies and saute for 5 mins.
Add coriander powder and saute for 1 min.
Add red chilly powder and dried fenugreek leaves.
Add enough water (4 cups).
Add curry leaves, sugar and vinegar.
Add salt and boil it for 8 - 10 mins.
Add boiled eggs.
Boil the eggs in the curry for 2 mins.
:- Serves best with chappatis and appams and not with rice.

Notes

You can visit this link Fried Egg Curry. You can also visit this link Delicious Egg Curry.

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Hot And Sweet Egg Curry | Sweet and Spicy Egg Curry

Hot And Sweet Egg Curry | Sweet and Spicy Egg Curry