Dimer Devil (ডিমের ডেবিল)

 **Dimer Devil** (also called Bengali Egg Devil) is a popular Bengali street food where boiled eggs are coated with a spicy mashed potato mixture, dipped in breadcrumbs, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. It's a delicious snack, often enjoyed with mustard sauce or ketchup.

### Ingredients:

#### For the Filling:

- **4 hard-boiled eggs** (cut into halves)

- **3-4 medium potatoes** (boiled and mashed)

- **1 medium onion** (finely chopped)

- **2 green chilies** (chopped, optional)

- **1 teaspoon ginger paste**

- **1 teaspoon garlic paste**

- **1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder**

- **1 teaspoon red chili powder**

- **1 teaspoon cumin powder**

- **1 teaspoon garam masala**

- **1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves** (chopped)

- **Salt, to taste**

- **1 tablespoon oil (for cooking the filling)**

#### For Coating:

- **1/2 cup all-purpose flour (maida)**

- **1/2 cup breadcrumbs** 

- **2 eggs** (for the coating, beaten)

- **Oil for deep frying**

### Instructions:

#### Step 1: Prepare the Filling

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

2. Add the ginger paste, garlic paste, and green chilies. Sauté for another minute.

3. Add the mashed potatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well to combine all the spices.

4. Cook the mixture for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garam masala and chopped coriander leaves. Mix again and cook for another minute.

5. Remove the mixture from heat and allow it to cool.

#### Step 2: Assemble the Egg Devils

1. Take the boiled egg halves and place a generous portion of the potato mixture around each half, forming an oval shape. Ensure the egg is completely covered with the potato mixture.

2. Once all the egg halves are covered, set them aside.

#### Step 3: Coat the Eggs

1. Take each egg-covered portion and roll it in all-purpose flour (maida).

2. Dip it into the beaten egg mixture, making sure it's fully coated.

3. Roll the coated eggs in breadcrumbs to give them a crunchy layer.

4. Repeat this process for all the egg pieces.

#### Step 4: Fry the Dimer Debil

1. Heat oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat.

2. Once the oil is hot, gently slide the coated eggs into the oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides. Fry in batches if needed.

3. Remove the fried egg devils and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

### Serving:

- Serve the hot **Dimer Debil** with mustard sauce (kasundi), green chutney, or ketchup.

- It’s often accompanied by a side of salad (thinly sliced onions, cucumber, and tomatoes) and sometimes with puffed rice (muri).

### Tips:

- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies and chili powder.

- For extra crunch, you can double coat the egg in the beaten egg and breadcrumbs before frying.

Enjoy this delicious Bengali street snack, perfect for an evening treat or a party appetizer!