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Indian Fusion Slow Cooker Mole Egg Curry

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🍽️ Recipe Overview

  • Cuisine: Indian Fusion
  • Dietary: High-Fat
  • Time: Slow
  • Serves: 2
  • Equipment: Slow Cooker
  • Skill Level: Medium

👨‍🍳 Chef's Notes

Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld beautifully in this dish, creating a luxurious texture. The unique combination of mole sauce with eggs brings a depth of flavor that is both comforting and exciting.

⭐ Why This Recipe Works

Slow cooking the mole sauce infuses the curry with complex flavors, while the eggs add a creamy richness that balances the spices. The high-fat content of this dish provides a satisfying and indulgent eating experience.

🧾 Ingredients

  • 4 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Mole sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Ginger, grated
  • 1 Star Anise
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

🔪 Preparation

  1. Boil the eggs until hard-boiled, then peel and set aside.
  2. In the slow cooker, combine the mole sauce, grated ginger, star anise, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gently place the boiled eggs into the sauce mixture, ensuring they are submerged.

🥘 Cooking Instructions

  1. Slow Cook (4 hours on low): Cook the mole egg curry on low for 4 hours, allowing the flavors to develop and the eggs to absorb the sauce.
  2. Visual Cue: The sauce should thicken slightly, and the aroma of the spices will fill your kitchen.

⏱️ Timing Breakdown

  • Preparation: 15 mins
  • Cooking: 4 hours
  • Total: 4 hours 15 mins

📊 Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 527 per serving
  • Protein: 22g
  • Fat: 36g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g

🔄 Variations & Substitutions

  • Vegetarian: Substitute eggs with tofu or paneer for a vegetarian version.
  • Dairy-Free: Use a dairy-free mole sauce for a lactose-free alternative.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Use a high-quality mole sauce for the best flavor profile.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less ginger and turmeric to suit your taste.

🌡️ Storage Instructions

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.

Remember to savor the velvety texture of the eggs bathed in the rich mole sauce, and enjoy the comforting warmth of this Indian Fusion Slow Cooker Mole Egg Curry.