EGG VINDALOO

EGGS ARE EXCELLENT

Eggs have been a symbol of creation, fertility and new life since ancient times. Many cultures believe that eggs have powers of renewal and rebirth.
Eggs are probably one of the most nutritious foods that easily find space on every supermarket shelf round the world. Apart from being inexpensive, they are delicious and packed with a wealth of essential components required by the body. In fact, they act as a nutritional powerhouse and can help the body to prevent as well as get rid of different ailments. Eggs are an extremely nutrient-dense food. In one 70-calorie package, you get protein, B vitamins, vitamin A, D and E, zinc and iron. Eggs are also a good source of antioxidants.
Eggs are also known to be rich in cholesterol so many people avoid eating eggs. However, the American Heart Association says that one egg a day is ideal for a person. Those with heart disease, diabetes, or a high level of LDL 'bad' cholesterol should probably choose a small or medium egg as against larger eggs which have more cholesterol. Eggs are easy to prepare in a number of different ways and are delicious in what ever form they are eaten. Here are some easy recipes using eggs.

1. EGG VINDALOO

Serves 6 Preparation time 45 minutes

6 Eggs Hard boiled eggs shelled
2 onions chopped

2 teaspoons chilly powder

½ teaspoon turmeric powder

2 teaspoons ginger and garlic paste

1- teaspoon cumin powder

2 tomatoes chopped

2 pieces cinnamon

2 table spoons vinegar

1- teaspoon sugar

Salt to taste

3 tablespoons oil

Boil the eggs in sufficient water till hard then remove the shells.

Heat oil in a pan and fry the onions till golden brown. Add the ginger and garlic paste and cinnamon fry for some time. Add the chilly powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, sugar and tomato and fry till the oil separates from the mixture. Now add the vinegar and a little water and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer till the gravy is sufficiently thick.

Cut the boiled eggs into halves and carefully drop into the gravy. Simmer for a few minutes. Take out the egg halves and place on a serving dish. Pour the thick gravy over the eggs and shake the dish so that all the eggs are covered with the gravy. Serve hot.