Ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 2 tbsp oil or butter

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
• 1 green chilli, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped

• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp red chilli powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl, add a pinch of salt, and lightly whisk. Do not overbeat to keep the texture soft.
2. Heat the Oil: Heat oil or butter in a pan on medium flame until warm.
3. Sauté Onions: Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn soft and light golden.
4. Add Chillies & Spices: Add green chilli, turmeric, and red chilli powder. Mix well on low flame.
5. Add Tomatoes: Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft and slightly mushy, with oil separating from the sides.
6. Add Eggs: Pour the whisked eggs into the pan. Let them set slightly before stirring.
7. Scramble Gently: Stir slowly to form soft curds. Avoid overcooking to keep the bhurji moist.
8. Finish & Serve: Add garam masala and coriander leaves. Serve hot with pav, roti, or toast.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• High-protein and filling breakfast
• Ready in under 20 minutes
• Uses everyday ingredients
• Perfect balance of spice and softness
• Great with both bread and roti

Common Mistakes

• Overcooking eggs until dry
• Adding eggs before tomatoes soften
• Using high flame
• Skipping garam masala

Variations

Pav Bhurji: Serve with buttered pav and onions.
Spicy Bhurji: Add pav bhaji masala.
Healthy: Add grated vegetables like carrot or capsicum.

Personal Note

Egg bhurji is my comfort breakfast on rushed mornings. The aroma of onions and masala cooking instantly lifts the mood, and the soft eggs make it deeply satisfying. It’s one of those recipes that feels homely no matter how many times you make it.