Egg Masala (Keto Egg Curry Recipe) (2024)

A rich south Indian egg masala recipe perfect for a cold winter day, serve this keto egg curry over cauliflower rice to keep carbs to a minimum. Bursting with tomatoes, onions, and chiles, this low carb curry brings big warming flavors that keep your tastebuds satisfied.

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I get bored with my typical low carb breakfast of eggs. Sometimes I crave bold, exciting comfort food flavors. And though I want my food to feel comforting and hearty, I need it to be low carb --- and delicious!

This egg masala tics all those boxes for me. When Ashha sent me this recipe from southern India, I knew it would be the perfect dish to tantalize my taste buds.

Egg Masala, Who Knew?

First, what is masala. A masala is a blend of dried spices or a combination of dried spices and other ingredients or aromatics ground into a paste. Masala is used to flavor and spice Indian dishes.

When I think of masala dishes, my mind jumps to chicken curry or tikka masala, but I would have never thought of egg curry masala. Egg curry is a popular Indian dish and in southern India, and they like it spicy!

Ashha’s original recipe was quite spicy, but absolutely amazing with its big, bold flavors. I reduced the amount of heat in the dish and made some adjustments to make these curry eggs keto friendly. You can make the recipe as hot as you like, but since I have kids, I prepare it mild.

Making Egg Masala Keto Friendly

Since the original recipe was high in carbs, reducing the amounts of onion and garlic brings it to keto carb levels. Adding tomato produces a nice rich curry with knock out flavor. Served over a cup of cauliflower rice, it's perfect for my low carb lifestyle.

For ideas about how to make any curry low carb, see my post on Indian Chicken Curry.

Keto Vegetarians Unite!

Keto vegetarians often express frustration in trying to get in enough protein while maintaining their vegetarian lifestyle. Keto vegetarians spend more time planning and searching for recipes that fit their specific way of eating. It can be hard.

This egg curry masala is easy to customize. With over 11 grams of protein per serving it’s a viable and satisfying option for keto vegetarians everywhere. To add even more protein to this vegetarian keto egg curry, add firm tofu or paneer, a creamy Indian cheese.

NOTE: To keep this egg masala recipe vegetarian, be sure to use vegetable broth or stock instead of chicken stock.

Run to Make This Tasty Keto Egg Curry Recipe

Many people may find Indian curry recipes intimidating, but egg curry is easier than you might think! The recipe starts with peeled, medium to hard boiled eggs. Cook the eggs just before making the curry or use leftover hard boiled eggs. Once your eggs are ready, move on to the curry.

How to make egg masala (egg curry)

1. Seed and chop the tomatoes.
2. Process the masala ingredients into a paste.
3. Flavor the oil or ghee with a cinnamon stick and fresh curry leaves (optional).
4. Brown the onions.
5. Add masala to the pan and cook until it mellows in fragrance.
6. Add tomatoes and water, cooking until thickened.
7. Heat the eggs in the curry and serve.

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What to Serve with Egg Curry

Egg masala is traditionally served over rice, but to keep carbs low I serve with cauliflower rice. Sometimes, I flavor the cauliflower rice with cilantro and other times I add a little shredded coconut.

Some people like to serve Indian curry dishes with chapati or paratha. Try serving this keto chapati from Show Me the Curry!, low carb tortillas or even low carb Joseph’s pita.

For a another great egg recipe with bold Indian flavors try this recipe for pan poached eggs with Indian roasted vegetables.

Egg Curry - TLDR

Indian egg curry is unlike other ethnic egg based recipes, like shakshuka or eggs in purgatory, where cracked eggs cook in a flavorful tomato based sauce. Instead, this recipe uses pre-cooked, shelled boiled eggs.

This egg masala is a great way to use leftover hard boiled eggs and add a little variety to my meals. The eggs simmer in a spicy tomato curry gravy flavored with onions, garlic, and warm spices. Serve with cauliflower rice or low carb flat bread.

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