12 One-Pot Indian Meals for Lazy Evenings

11. Egg Curry with Rice — Quick Protein One-Pot Dinner

Egg curry is a quick, protein-rich one-pot choice that cooks in about 20–30 minutes. Make a simple tomato-onion gravy, add boiled eggs or crack eggs into the sauce to poach, and serve with steamed rice or warm chapati. Difficulty: Beginner. Key ingredients: eggs, tomatoes, onions, garam masala, green chilies. For speed, use pre-boiled eggs and warm them in the sauce rather than poaching. Variations include adding coconut milk for a milder curry or tossing in spinach for extra greens. This dish is pantry-friendly—keep canned tomatoes and spices stocked and you can pull together a filling meal any night of the week.