“Basil Curry Thai Egg Bowl”
Brief: Craving a meal that’s exotic, yet simple and tasty? Look no further! The Basil Curry Thai Egg Bowl is a harmonious blend of Thai and Indian flavours all in one bowl. You’ll only need a handful of exciting ingredients like fresh basil, tamarind, and green curry paste, along with good old eggs. This bowl is as appealing to the eyes as it is to the taste buds and low in calories too. Plus, it’s packed with proteins from the eggs. You’re sure to love this spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet dish that’s so easy to prepare. So, why not try this bowl today and take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey!
Recipe:
Ingredients:
– 4 large eggs (288 calories)
– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (1 calorie)
– 2 teaspoons green curry paste (30 calories)
– 1/2 teaspoon tamarind paste (13 calories)
– 1 small onion (20 calories)
– 1 green chili (3 calories)
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (120 calories)
– Salt to taste
– Pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Boil eggs to a hard boil. Peel and keep aside.
2. Finely chop the onion and green chilli.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan. Add the chopped onions and green chili. Saute them until they turn golden brown.
4. Now, add the green curry paste and tamarind paste to the pan. Mix and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Slice the hard-boiled eggs into half. Add them into the pan. Toss gently ensuring eggs are well coated with the curry paste.
6. Stir in the fresh basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Cook for further 2-3 minutes until all the flavours are well combined.
8. Garnish it with some more fresh basil leaves, if desired.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your Basil Curry Thai Egg Bowl!
Now, this recipe, when divided into two servings, will give you a bowl of around 240 calories. Just serve half of it to keep the calorie count at 100. Relish this tasty and low calorie Thai-Indian fused delight!
