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Anda Bhurji

Anda Bhurji

Name: Anda Bhurji
Total time: 54 s
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 pinch Salt; 2 tablespoons Refined Oil; 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder; 0.75 teaspoons Red Chilli Powder; 0.25 cups Onion; 1 piece Green Chillies; 2 units Raw Egg; 0.25 cups Tomato

Time20 Min

DifficultyIntermediate

Serves1

Around the globe, if you ask for a rich source of protein, which is easy to prepare, and is also the most consumed healthy breakfast ingredient, the answer would be eggs. Among the various egg recipes, anda bhurji is our own Indian version of scrambled eggs and easily one of the most favourite egg variations throughout the country. Egg bhurji recipe is healthy, filling, very quick to make and extr ... emely pleasing to Indian palates. The egg bhurji requires few ingredients and chances are you already have them in your kitchen. Often served as a side dish to many Indian dishes, egg bhurji also serves as a filling breakfast or thanks to its high protein content, is a perfect post-workout snack at any time of the day. Anda bhurji can be prepared in a few minutes, thus is a quick and healthy fix for your busy weeknight dinner or breakfast. Egg bhurji recipe is vastly flexible, which makes it easy to modify as per your taste and availability of ingredients in your kitchen. If you and your kids like variety in food, you can tweak some ingredients to make this humble dish more interesting and travel around the world on different plates. Add fresh or dried Italian herbs such as oregano, thyme, basil and sprinkle some chilli flakes and garlic powder to give an Italian twist to this favourite Indian dish or make it Mexican by chopping up some jalapeño, bell peppers and mixing fajita seasoning with the eggs. Add a little bit of cheese to give egg bhurji a decadent texture and flavour.

Ingredients

Dry Grocery

Salt

1 pinch

Refined Oil

2 tablespoons

Turmeric Powder

1 teaspoon

Red Chilli Powder

0.75 teaspoons

Fruits & Vegetables

Onion

0.25 cups

Tomato

0.25 cups

Other

Green Chillies

1 piece

Raw Egg

2 units

Directions

Heat oil in a pan, add turmeric and red chilli powder.

Add the egg mixture and on a medium flame, mix with the top of the spatula.

Once the egg starts to look scrambled, break into smaller pieces. Serve hot.

Health Benefits and Hacks:

Egg bhurji contains very few calories and 17 grams of protein which covers a large chunk of your daily protein requirements. Along with protein, egg bhurji also gives a daily fix of numerous micronutrients such as potassium, vitamin D and vitamin B-6. Adding cheese, spinach, broccoli, mushrooms, bell peppers will increase the nutrition in egg bhurji. These vegetables will enhance the micronutrient — iron, magnesium, folate, fibre, calcium, etc. — intake in your body. Serve anda bhurji with whole wheat or multigrain toast. The grains will increase the dietary fibre content and enhance the taste and nutritional value of your meal. To make it a one-pan meal, chop and add your vegetables to the pan, add salt and sauté for 2 minutes. This will magnify the flavour and reduce your cooking time. Crack the eggs directly in the pan and mix them with the vegetables. Anda bhurji is a healthy and hearty meal for any time of the day. It’s dense nutrients, delicious flavours and rich texture will give a great start to your mornings, filling meals throughout the day and a healthy conclusion to your night.

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We hope you had fun making it! Enjoy the meal.

Egg Bhurji

Skipping breakfast is something we often end up doing no matter how important it is. But why? Well, one of the most common reasons for this is the time crunch we all have every morning. We have to wake up fast, get ready, and quickly start the daily work. In such a hectic schedule, breakfast becomes just a cup of coffee and a toast. But not anymore. Today, we bring to you a delicious and quick recipe you would love to relish in the morning – egg bhurji. The Indian version of scrambled eggs, egg bhurji is made with minimal ingredients and can be prepared in just 10 minutes! It is also known as anda bhurji and is often compared with the Parsi dish Akuri. The only difference is in the preparation and the usage of ingredients. Now coming back to the egg bhurji recipe, you will be surprised to know how easy it is to make. The simplicity of anda bhurji recipe is one reason why it is popular among those who want to make something delicious fast every morning. Egg bhurji is also a great option for the kid’s lunch box. Pair the bhurji with roti, pav, or rice and you can say goodbye to your hunger pangs. If you are still not convinced, here are some other reasons why anda bhurji will become your favourite in no time! Quick To Make: If you have all the ingredients ready, the anda bhurji recipe or the scrambled eggs recipe will not take more than 10 minutes for preparation. Read our egg bhurji recipe we have written below to know how. Nutritious and Delicious: When we say that it just takes 10 minutes, it does not mean egg bhurji is not going to be yummy or nutritious enough. In fact, it is undoubtedly one of the healthiest breakfasts that you can prepare for yourself and your family. Loved By All: Whether you are making ande ki bhurji for a 5-year-old child or a 50-year-old adult, they are going to like it. Nobody, irrespective of their age, can say no to this utterly sumptuous dish. Versatile Dish: Anda bhurji is not just a breakfast meal, you can also make it for lunch, dinner and even your late-night cravings. Such is the versatility of this dish that you just cannot ignore. What more? You can also pair it with rice, roti, or pav as per your choice. Anda bhurji will not disappoint you.

How To Make Egg Bhurji?

After so much talk of why you should try your hand at egg bhurji recipe, it is time to finally learn it. Below is a step-by-step guide on how you can make ande ki bhurji at home. Let us begin with the ingredients: Ingredients Raw Eggs Red Chilli Powder Turmeric Powder Oil Salt to taste Chopped Onions Chopped Tomato Chopped Green Chillies Directions: To begin with the anda bhurji or scrambled eggs recipe, take a bowl. Break eggs into it and add dry spices like chilli powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Beat the mixture well. Now, heat oil in a pan. When the oil is hot, add chopped onions and sauté them. When you see that the onions have turned soft and golden, add the chopped tomatoes. Also, add the green chilli to enhance the flavour. Cook for 5-6 minutes on a medium flame until the tomatoes get soft and mushy. Finally, add the egg mixture. Use a spatula to mix the ingredients. Once the egg gets scrambled, break into smaller pieces. Serve the bhurji hot with roti or rice.

Notes and Tips to Make Anda Bhurji:

Want to make this Indian scrambled eggs recipe tastier? Here are some tips you should keep in mind: To make sure you don’t end up breaking a bad egg into the whole mixture, first, break them into a small bowl and then add it to the bigger bowl. Whisking the eggs make sure you get the perfect scrambled eggs, so do not skip this step. If you want to add more flavour to the egg bhurji, garnish it with coriander leaves at the end. In case you want to try some variations of the egg bhurji, you can add other ingredients. For instance, to get a creamy version, add fresh cream, mayonnaise, and grated cheese at the end of the recipe. In case you want to spice up, add more spices such as garam masala and make egg bhurji masala.

Other Egg Recipes To Try:

Loved anda bhurji? Then you can also take your culinary skills to another level by making some more recipes. Here are some other famous egg recipes you should definitely try: Boiled Egg Sandwich: Bring some fun to the simple boiled egg recipe and make a boiled egg sandwich. This healthy recipe also takes just a few minutes. You can experiment with the stuffing using veggies. Egg Curry: This is one of the most popular Indian curries you can relish with plain rice, paratha, naan and roti. The recipe of egg curry can vary depending on the region. Egg Quesadilla: A cheesy retreat, egg quesadilla is easy to make and quite healthy. It is also a great way to make kids eat vegetables without them making any fuss. Turkish Eggs: If scrambled eggs are too easy for you, try to make Turkish eggs for your next breakfast. Serve them with toasted crusty bread for dipping. Egg Pepper Fry: This is an instant recipe for which you need a few boiled eggs and black pepper powder handy. You can eat it with simple roti and rice. Fried Eggs: Just like egg pepper fry, fried eggs are also easy to make. Boil the eggs, remove the outer shell, shallow fry them and your fried eggs are ready. Parsi Scrambled Eggs: Finally, the much famous egg dish from Parsi cuisine. Also known as Akuri, this dish is much like scrambled eggs and is best enjoyed as a breakfast. The dish gets most of its flavours from onions, garlic, chilli, and fresh coriander.