Curried Fried Egg Naan (Print Version)
Spiced fried eggs with turmeric and cumin served on warm buttery naan with tangy yogurt sauce and fresh herb garnish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ For the Curried Fried Eggs
01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
06 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ For the Naan Base
07 - 2 pieces plain naan (store-bought or homemade)
08 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
→ For the Yogurt Drizzle
09 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
11 - 1/2 teaspoon honey
12 - Pinch of salt
→ Garnishes
13 - 1 small tomato, diced
14 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1 small handful fresh cilantro leaves
16 - 1 small green chili, thinly sliced (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Brush the naan with melted butter and warm in the oven for 5–7 minutes until soft and heated through.
02 - In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add turmeric, cumin, and chili powder; stir for 10–15 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Crack eggs directly into the spiced oil. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Fry until the whites are set but yolks remain runny, about 2–3 minutes. For firmer yolks, cover the skillet and cook 1 minute longer.
05 - Place each naan on a plate. Top each with one curried fried egg.
06 - Drizzle with the yogurt sauce. Scatter diced tomato, red onion, cilantro, and green chili (if using) over the top. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between the warm, pillowy naan and the runny, spiced yolk creates the most satisfying bite
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant brunch menu
02 -
- Blooming spices in hot oil before adding eggs releases their essential oils, transforming their flavor from dusty to vibrant
- The yogurt sauce must be made ahead and allowed to rest, giving the honey time to dissolve completely
03 -
- If your naan is stale, wrap it in damp paper towels and microwave for 20 seconds before buttering and warming in the oven
- A splash of cream in the yogurt sauce makes it even more luxurious and helps it cling to the eggs