19+ Easter Egg Recipe Indian Get Cooking And Enjoy!
Published on: Mar 4, 2024
Easter is a time of celebration and indulgence, and what better way to treat yourself and your loved ones than with a delicious homemade Easter egg? While the traditional chocolate Easter eggs are a popular choice, why not add a touch of Indian flavor to the festivities? In this article, we will share a mouth-watering Easter egg recipe with an Indian twist, perfect for adding some spice and uniqueness to your Easter celebrations.
One of the most beloved and versatile ingredients in Indian cuisine is lentils. These small legumes pack a powerful punch of protein and fiber, making them a staple in many Indian dishes. And when it comes to Beer Can Chicken, lentils are the perfect accompaniment. Try this recipe for Indian Spiced Lentils to add a flavorful and nutritious side dish to your meal.
To make this dish, start by cooking your lentils in a pot with water or broth until they are tender. In a separate pan, heat up some oil and add in cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. Let them sizzle for a minute before adding in chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onions are soft and then add in tomatoes, turmeric, and garam masala. Stir in the cooked lentils and let everything simmer together for a few minutes. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and healthy meal.
Another classic Indian dish that pairs perfectly with Beer Can Chicken is Butter Chicken. This creamy and rich curry is made with marinated chicken, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. While it may seem intimidating to make at home, this recipe simplifies the process and delivers all the same delicious flavors.
To start, marinate your chicken in a mixture of yogurt, lemon juice, and spices such as garam masala, cumin, and chili powder. While the chicken marinates, make the sauce by sautéing onions, garlic, and ginger in butter. Add in tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices like turmeric and coriander. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the marinated chicken and cream. Serve with your Beer Can Chicken for a decadent and flavorful meal.
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Indian Chicken Korma
Main Ingredients: Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Extra Virgin Olive
If you're looking for a milder and creamier curry to pair with your Beer Can Chicken, try making Indian Chicken Korma. This dish features tender chicken in a rich and creamy sauce made with yogurt, cashews, and a blend of spices.
To make this dish, start by browning chicken in a pan and setting it aside. In the same pan, cook onions, garlic, and ginger until soft. Add in spices like garam masala and ground coriander, and then stir in tomato paste and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the cooked chicken and a mixture of yogurt and cashew paste. Let everything cook together for a few more minutes before serving over your Beer Can Chicken.
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Stovetop Naan bread( Indian Naan bread)
Main Ingredients: Dried Yeast, Water, Sugar, Yoghurt, Egg, Ghee, Flour
No Indian meal is complete without some delicious naan bread to soak up all the flavorful sauces. While traditional naan is cooked in a clay oven, this recipe allows you to make it on your stovetop for a quick and easy side dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken.
To make this naan, mix together flour, yeast, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add in water and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough for a few minutes before letting it rest for about an hour. After it has risen, divide the dough into balls and roll them out into thin circles. Cook the naan in a hot pan for a couple of minutes on each side, and then brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic and herbs. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and authentic Indian meal.
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Akoori (Indian Scrambled Eggs)
Main Ingredients: Butter, Yellow Onion, Garlic, Green Chilli, Ground
For a unique and tasty side dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken, try making Akoori, an Indian version of scrambled eggs. These eggs are cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices for a flavorful and satisfying dish.
To make Akoori, start by cooking onions, garlic, and chilies in a pan until soft. Add in chopped tomatoes and spices like turmeric and cumin. Crack eggs into the pan and scramble them with the vegetables until cooked to your liking. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and protein-packed meal.
If you're a seafood lover, you'll love this recipe for Indian Shrimp Curry to go with your Beer Can Chicken. This dish features tender and succulent shrimp in a flavorful and spicy curry sauce.
To make this curry, start by cooking onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like garam masala, cumin, and coriander, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and coconut milk. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the shrimp and letting it cook until pink and fully cooked. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious surf-and-turf meal.
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Indian Chickpea Coconut Curry
Main Ingredients: Coconut Oil, Yellow Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Curry
Vegans and vegetarians will love this recipe for Indian Chickpea Coconut Curry to go alongside their Beer Can Chicken. This dish is hearty, flavorful, and packed with protein and fiber.
To make this curry, start by cooking onions and garlic in a pan until soft. Add in spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and coconut milk. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in cooked chickpeas and letting everything cook together for a few more minutes. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Indian Masala Pasta
Main Ingredients: Pasta, Tomato, Onion, Corn, Green Peas, Green Bell
If you're craving a fusion of Indian and Italian flavors, try making this recipe for Indian Masala Pasta to go with your Beer Can Chicken. This dish features pasta cooked in a flavorful and spicy tomato-based sauce.
To make this dish, start by cooking onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like garam masala and red chili powder, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in cooked pasta and tossing until fully coated. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a unique and satisfying meal.
For a classic and crowd-pleasing dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken, you can't go wrong with Indian Chicken Curry. This dish features tender chicken cooked in a flavorful and aromatic curry sauce.
To make this curry, start by cooking onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like garam masala, coriander, and turmeric, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the chicken and letting it cook until fully cooked and tender. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and comforting meal.
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Indian Dal Nirvana (Dal Makhani)
Main Ingredients: Dry Lentils, Crushed Tomato, Fresh Ginger, Minced
Dal Nirvana, also known as Dal Makhani, is a popular Indian lentil dish that pairs perfectly with Beer Can Chicken. This creamy and flavorful dish is made with a mixture of lentils, spices, and cream for a hearty and satisfying side dish.
To make this dish, start by cooking lentils in a pot with water or broth until tender. In a separate pan, cook onions, garlic, and ginger until soft. Add in spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and the cooked lentils. Let everything simmer together for a few minutes before adding in cream and garnishing with cilantro. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and nutritious meal.
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Indian Curry Chicken
Main Ingredients: Vegetable Oil, Boneless Skinless Chicken, Onion
For a simple and flavorful dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken, try making Indian Curry Chicken. This dish features tender chicken cooked in a tomato-based curry sauce with a blend of aromatic spices.
To make this dish, start by cooking onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the chicken and letting it cook until fully cooked and tender. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Indian Coconut Lentil Curry
Main Ingredients: Coconut Oil, Yellow Onion, Garlic, Fresh Grated Ginger
If you're looking for a vegetarian side dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken, try making this Indian Coconut Lentil Curry. This flavorful and creamy dish is made with lentils, coconut milk, and a blend of spices.
To make this curry, start by cooking lentils in a pot with water or broth until tender. In a separate pan, cook onions, garlic, and ginger until soft. Add in spices like garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and coconut milk. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the cooked lentils and letting everything cook together for a few more minutes. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and healthy meal.
Eggs are a great protein option to pair with your Beer Can Chicken, and this recipe for South Indian Spicy Egg Curry is a delicious way to enjoy them. This dish features hard-boiled eggs cooked in a flavorful and spicy curry sauce.
To make this curry, start by sautéing onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the hard-boiled eggs and letting everything cook together for a few more minutes. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a unique and tasty meal.
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North Indian Chicken Curry
Main Ingredients: Canola Oil, Onions, Plain Yogurt, Cornstarch, Ginger
For a different take on Indian Chicken Curry, try making this recipe for North Indian Chicken Curry. This dish features tender chicken cooked in a flavorful and tangy tomato-based sauce.
To make this curry, start by cooking onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the chicken and letting it cook until fully cooked and tender. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Roti (Buttery Indian Flatbread)
Main Ingredients: Bread Flour, Salt, Melted Butter, Water, Butter
No Indian meal is complete without some roti, a buttery and flavorful flatbread that pairs perfectly with Beer Can Chicken. While it may seem intimidating to make at home, this recipe simplifies the process and delivers all the delicious flavors.
To make this roti, mix together flour, salt, and water until a dough forms. Knead the dough for a few minutes before dividing it into small balls. Roll out the balls into thin circles and cook them on a hot pan until they puff up and are lightly browned. Brush with melted butter and serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and authentic Indian meal.
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Indian-Spiced Vegetable Fritters with Curry-Lime Yogurt
Main Ingredients: Frozen Peas, Onion, Russet Potato, Yam, Carrots
For a unique and flavorful side dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken, try making these Indian-Spiced Vegetable Fritters with Curry-Lime Yogurt. These crispy fritters are made with a variety of vegetables and spices and served with a tangy yogurt dipping sauce.
To make these fritters, mix together grated vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and cauliflower with spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Add in flour and an egg to bind everything together, and then form small patties. Cook the fritters in a hot pan until crispy and serve with a mixture of yogurt, curry powder, and lime juice for dipping.
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Indian Restaurant Madras Curry
Main Ingredients: Spice Mix, Madras Curry Powder, Chili Powder, Paprika
For a restaurant-style curry to go with your Beer Can Chicken, try making this Indian Restaurant Madras Curry. This dish features tender chicken cooked in a spicy and aromatic curry sauce.
To make this curry, start by cooking onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, and then stir in chopped tomatoes and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes before adding in the chicken and letting it cook until fully cooked and tender. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Keto Chicken 65
Main Ingredients: Chicken Leg, Greek Yogurt, Ginger Garlic Paste
For those following a low-carb or keto diet, this recipe for Keto Chicken 65 is the perfect side dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken. This dish features tender and spicy chicken bites that are coated in a crunchy and flavorful coating.
To make this dish, start by marinating chicken in a mixture of yogurt, spices, and lemon juice. While the chicken marinates, mix together almond flour, coconut flour, and spices to create the coating. Dip the marinated chicken in the coating and fry until crispy and fully cooked. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and keto-friendly meal.
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Crispy Indian Okra
Main Ingredients: Baby Okra, Fat, Cumin Seeds, Onion, Serrano Pepper
If you're looking for a unique and flavorful side dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken, try making this recipe for Crispy Indian Okra. This dish features sliced okra coated in a mixture of spices and chickpea flour and then pan-fried until crispy and flavorful.
To make this dish, mix together spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala with chickpea flour. Toss the sliced okra in the spiced flour and then fry in a pan until crispy and tender. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and crunchy side dish.
Cabbage may not be the first vegetable that comes to mind when you think of Indian cuisine, but this recipe for Indian Fried Cabbage is a delicious and unique side dish to go with your Beer Can Chicken. This dish features shredded cabbage cooked with onions, spices, and a touch of cream for a comforting and flavorful dish.
To make this dish, start by cooking onions, garlic, and ginger in a pan until soft. Add in spices like garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, and then stir in shredded cabbage and a splash of cream. Let everything cook together for a few minutes until the cabbage is tender and coated in the flavorful sauce. Serve hot with your Beer Can Chicken for a delicious and unexpected pairing.
Ingredients:
For the chocolate shell:
1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup milk chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon coconut oil
For the filling:
1/2 cup unsalted pistachios, chopped
1/2 cup almonds, chopped
1/4 cup desiccated coconut
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1 teaspoon rose water
Instructions:
In a double boiler, melt the dark and milk chocolate along with the coconut oil, stirring until smooth.
Using a brush, coat the inside of a Easter egg mold with the melted chocolate. Set aside to cool and harden.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, almonds, desiccated coconut, and dried cranberries.
Add in the honey, cardamom powder, and rose water, and mix until well combined.
Take the cooled chocolate egg shells and fill them with the nut and fruit mixture, pressing it down gently.
Cover the filling with more melted chocolate, and use a spatula to smooth out the surface.
Place the filled eggs in the fridge for at least an hour to set.
Once the chocolate is completely hardened, carefully remove the eggs from the mold.
Your Indian-inspired Easter eggs are now ready to be enjoyed!
These Easter eggs with an Indian twist make for a unique and delicious treat that will impress your family and friends. The combination of rich dark chocolate, crunchy nuts, and aromatic spices create a flavor explosion in every bite. Plus, they are gluten-free and can easily be made vegan by using dairy-free chocolate. Give this recipe a try and add a touch of Indian flavor to your Easter celebrations this year!
