Egg Cooked With Meat & Fried (Nargisi Kofta)

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Tender eggs wrapped in spiced meat balls, simmered in a rich tomato-onion gravy.
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Nargisi Kofta is a classic Indian delicacy featuring hard-boiled eggs enveloped in a savory mixture of ground meat, chickpea flour, and aromatic spices. These “moon-like” meatballs are gently fried until golden, then nestled in a robust gravy made from sautéed onions, tomatoes, ginger, and garlic. The dish offers a delightful contrast of textures: the crisp exterior of the kofta giving way to the soft egg and tender meat inside, all coated in a warm, spiced sauce. It is a comforting and elegant meal, perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, showcasing the harmonious blend of traditional Indian flavors.

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Egg Cooked With Meat & Fried (Nargisi Kofta)

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 246.2

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Nargisi Kofta is a classic Indian delicacy featuring hard-boiled eggs enveloped in a savory mixture of ground meat, chickpea flour, and aromatic spices. These "moon-like" meatballs are gently fried until golden, then nestled in a robust gravy made from saut&# 195;©ed onions, tomatoes, ginger, and garlic. The dish offers a delightful contrast of textures: the crisp exterior of the kofta giving way to the soft egg and tender meat inside, all coated in a warm, spiced sauce. It is a comforting and elegant meal, perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, showcasing the harmonious blend of traditional Indian flavors.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Hard boil 6 eggs, then peel them carefully and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix the ground lean meat with chopped onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, pepper, 1/4 cup besan (chickpea flour), 1 tablespoon yogurt, and 1/2 teaspoon garam masala.
  3. Knead the mixture well until it becomes sticky and holds together firmly.
  4. Wet your hands slightly, take a portion of the meat mixture, flatten it into a disc, and wrap it around a hard-boiled egg, sealing the edges tightly to form a ball.
  5. Repeat until all eggs are coated in the meat mixture.
  6. Heat oil or ghee in a deep pan and carefully deep fry the koftas until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  7. In the same pan, heat a little more ghee and fry 2 chopped onions until golden brown.
  8. Add 8 chopped garlic cloves, 1 inch chopped ginger, and 2 chopped tomatoes (or tomato paste). Cook until the tomatoes break down and the mixture forms a thick paste.
  9. Stir in 1/4 cup yogurt, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  10. Add 1 1/2 cups water and bring the gravy to a simmer. Cook covered for 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
  11. Gently place the fried koftas into the simmering gravy.
  12. Cover and bake at 250°F (120°C) or simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes to ensure the meat inside is fully cooked and flavors absorb.
  13. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and a sprinkle of garam masala before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 246.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.8g23%
Saturated Fat 4.1g21%
Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
Sodium 76.2mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 2.8g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 24.3g49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: nargisi kofta, indian curry, meatballs, egg dish, ground meat, besan, gravy, spicy, comfort food, dinner, traditional, garam masala, tomato sauce, fried eggs, onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric
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