Egg Bhurji – Spicy Indian Scrambled Eggs & Turmeric

Egg Bhurji is an easy-to-make Indian spicy version of scrambled eggs. It can be your go-to food when you’re not sure what to cook or need something made quick. Anda bhurjee well with pav (bread), puri, roti, chapati, or even plain boiled rice.

This is my Dad’s version of Egg Bhurji or Anda Bhurji. Bhurji or bhurjee basically means scrambled in Hindi, but not in the same way that regular scrambled eggs are made. There’s no milk or cream added here. Anda bhurjee is the right answer when you need food in a hurry and don’t know what to make. For breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this is an all-time favourite in a lot of homes in India. We’ve even had it for school lunch and picnics so many times!

What Ingredients Do You Need To Make Egg Bhurji?

All you need to make anda bhurjee or egg bhurjee is eggs, onions, tomatoes, chillies, curry leaves, pepper, turmeric, oil and salt.

How to cook Egg Bhurji?

Here’s how to make egg bhurji the way my dad does.

You start by chopping the onions fine; followed by the tomatoes, chillies and curry leaves.

Heat oil in a pan and add the onions. Fry on a high flame till they are translucent and golden brown, but remember to stir occasionally. If you want to save time, you can chop the tomatoes, chillies and curry leaves now while the onions are browning instead of doing them earlier.

Lower the flame and add the turmeric and pepper and mix well. Then add the tomatoes, chillies, and curry leaves. Mix the ingredients well and allow to cook for a few minutes.

Lastly, add the eggs and mix well with the other ingredients. Keep stirring until the egg bhurjee gets a bit dry. Then turn off the stove and stir for a minute more while it’s off before your bhurji is ready to eat or serve. And that’s it, your Mumbai-style egg bhurjee is ready to serve!

You can serve it plain with pav or bread or rice or puris. Or you can roll it in a chapati like we used to do for tiffin for school, or fill it into a pav and have as an Indian streetfood sandwich.

What’s perfect about this Easy Egg Bhurji Recipe?

• Anda bhurjee or egg bhurjee is quick and easy to make.
• It’s an all-time favourite dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner in many Indian homes.
• Turmeric makes the egg bhurjee healthier than a regular scrambled egg recipe.

Cooking Tips and Tricks

• Frying the onions till golden brown enhances the taste.
• After the eggs are added in, stir the bhurjee continuously till it’s dry.
• Chopping the ingredients finer gives you a better-textured egg bhurjee.
• If you’re making the egg bhurjee for tiffin for your kids or husband or wife, roll it in a chapati or roti. This turns it into the perfect non-messy outdoor meal or school meal or work meal.
• To make the egg bhurjee taste yummier, grate about 50 grams of cheese on top. We prefer cheddar!

Questions About making Egg Bhurji At Home

What Is Egg Burji?

There is no real English term for it, but if we consider it, egg bhurjee is a spicy Indian variant of scrambled eggs. In essence, it’s a lot different from regular scrambled eggs because of the ingredients and the method of cooking.

What Is The Main Difference Between Indian Anda Bhurjee And Scrambled Eggs?

Although both dishes involve a lot of continuous stirring, the Indian anda bhurji does not include cream or milk like scrambled eggs do. This makes it a whole other dish.

Can You Reheat Scrambled Eggs? Can I Eat Egg Bhurjee The Next Day? Can We Keep Egg Bhurji In The Fridge?

Yes, you can store egg bhurji in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days after preparing it. And you can reheat your anda bhurjee or scrambled eggs. The eggs may dry out a bit in that time, but it’s okay to reheat and eat them as long as they’re piping hot.

Can We Eat Egg Bhurjee With Curds Or Yoghurt?

Yes, egg bhurjee goes perfectly well with curds or yoghurt. Just add a dollop or two in the plate before serving.

Can I Make Egg Bhurji Without Garlic?

Yes, our recipe for egg bhurji does not include garlic or ginger.

Do I Need To Beat The Eggs Before Adding Them To The Pan?

No. For this Indian egg bhurjee recipe, you just toss the eggs in. There is no need to beat them before adding them to the rest of the ingredients.

Can You Make This Egg Bhurji Recipe Richer?

Yes, you can easily make this egg bhurji recipe richer by grating some cheddar cheese on it before serving. About 50 grams of cheese or any other cheese will work for this recipe.

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