: A Spicy And Hearty Anda Recipe For Breakfast, Lunch, Or Dinner
20 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
12
Ingredients
Veg + Egg
Diet
Spicy, scrambled, and traditional, this anda recipe is from the history books! Ande ka khagina is a form of scrambled eggs, but one that’s blended with spices and veggies (like tomatoes and onions), much like the famous anda bhurji of North India. In fact, khagina and bhurji are similar to each other, involving many of the same ingredients. The difference in names is regional, and not due to the cooking style or ingredients. The recipe went viral after Bollywood actor Aditi Rao Hydari shared that it was her go-to choice for a quick, lazy, yet delicious breakfast. Many variations of this anda recipe exist, with some adding potatoes to the mix, while others, like the one Hydari mentioned, use fiery chilli-garlic chutney (elip karam) on top. The anda recipe here, though, is a simple version that even novice cooks can master at home.
Often served with plain roti or buttered pav, ande ka khagina has a slightly crumbly texture (due to the tomatoes), and a fiery heat (thanks to the chillies and chilli powder) that gets balanced by the mild sweetness of sauteed onions. Try this for breakfast on busy days, or when you’re craving a comforting lunch or dinner meal.
Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they soften and turn light golden. Add the chopped green chillies and ginger-garlic paste. Cook for about a minute, stirring continuously until the raw aroma disappears.
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Make the tomato masala
Add the chopped tomato, salt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Cook while stirring until the tomatoes soften, and the oil starts separating from the masala. Add 2–3 tbsp water to loosen the mixture and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
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Add the eggs
Crack the eggs directly into the pan. Let them sit for 15–20 seconds, then gently scramble and mix them with the masala. Cook until the eggs are just set but still soft and slightly creamy. Khagina tastes best when the eggs stay soft and slightly moist, not dry like a typical scrambled egg. Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve hot.