If you use yogurt instead of water, the taste will be creamier.

4 tbsp. oil
1 tsp. cumin seeds
4 med. onions, grated
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 c. hot water
4 fresh tomatoes, chopped or 1 tbsp. tomato puree
1 tsp. turmeric powder
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 tsp. coriander powder
Salt to taste
1 c. yogurt or 1 c. hot water
6 hard-cooked eggs, peeled & chopped
6 boiled potatoes, peeled & quartered
Juice of 1 lemon
Fresh mint leaves, chopped, for garnish

Heat oil in a wok or saucepan. Add cumin seeds and fry 1 minute. Add the onions and garlic and fry until golden. Add 1/2 cup hot water, tomatoes, spices and salt. Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.

Add 1 cup of yogurt or hot water, then the eggs and potatoes. Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice. Stir. Garnish with mint leaves. Serves 12.