Heat a small iron wok, add the oil. When hot, break the egg and place the red chilli over the egg. Cover with a lid immediately and place on medium flame.

Turn the egg and keep for another minute or so until egg is done. Egg comes out soft and fluffy! Sprinkle little salt and spicy chilli powder and serve.

For the spicy chilli powder: Pound garlic pods coarsely and mix with chilli powder and pinch of salt. Let dry in a plate. After a day or two, dry grind and store in a jar. You can make a quantity of this chilli powder and keep handy. Can be used over eggs, sauteed corn and assorted dishes...