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Sri Lankan Egg Curry

Sri Lankan Egg Curry: A Creamy, Spicy Comfort Food Revelation

Experience the rich and comforting flavors of Sri Lankan Egg Curry, a perfect blend of spices and soft-boiled eggs in a creamy coconut sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Sri Lankan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 6 pieces Eggs Hard-boiled works best
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut oil or ghee Use vegetable oil for vegan
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 4 pods Cardamom
  • 10 leaves Curry leaves Bay leaves can be substituted
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 inch Ginger Grated
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1 can Coconut milk Substitute with coconut cream for richer flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro For garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Chili oil Optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large Pan
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil eggs in a pot with water and a splash of vinegar for easier peeling. Cook for about 10-12 minutes until hard-boiled, then place them in cold water.
  2. Heat coconut oil or ghee in a large pan over medium heat. Add cinnamon, cardamom, and curry leaves, letting them sizzle for about 30 seconds to infuse the flavors.
  3. Sauté garlic and ginger together in the pan, cooking until they soften and release their aromas, approximately 1 minute.
  4. Add chopped onions to the mixture, stirring occasionally until they turn translucent, which should take 3-4 minutes.
  5. Incorporate chopped tomatoes; cook until they soften and become mushy. Then, add ground spices such as coriander, garam masala, chili powder, and turmeric, sautéing until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk, stirring well. Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes, letting all the flavors meld beautifully.
  7. Gently add the peeled eggs to the simmering curry, letting them warm through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and, if desired, drizzle with chili oil for an extra kick. Serve hot over fluffy steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 425mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For an added kick, a squeeze of lime juice enhances the freshness beautifully. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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