Description
Egg Bharta Recipe is a simple yet flavorful Indian-style mashed egg dish where boiled eggs are mashed and cooked with onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. Also known as Anda Bharta, spiced egg mash, or mashed egg curry, this dish is protein-packed, easy to make, and pairs well with rice, roti, or paratha. Whether you’re looking for a quick meal or a unique addition to your Indian recipes, Egg Bharta delivers bold flavors in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boiled eggs, peeled and mashed
- 2 tablespoons oil (mustard oil for an authentic taste or regular cooking oil)
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust as per spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Optional Additions:
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (for a tangy kick)
- 1 small bell pepper, finely diced (adds color and crunch)
- ¼ cup green peas (for extra nutrition)
Instructions
Step 1: Boil and Mash the Eggs
- Hard-boil the eggs for 10-12 minutes, then transfer them to cold water.
- Peel and mash the eggs with a fork, keeping them slightly chunky for texture.
Step 2: Prepare the Masala Base
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
- Add tomatoes, turmeric, cumin, coriander, red chili powder, and salt.
- Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate from the masala.
Step 3: Add the Eggs and Finish
- Add the mashed boiled eggs and mix well to coat them with the masala.
- Cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add garam masala and fresh cilantro, then mix well.
- Turn off the heat and squeeze in some lemon juice for extra flavor.
Notes
For a Bengali-style Egg Bharta (Deemer Bhorta), use mustard oil for a bold flavor and increase the green chilies for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: Total Fat:
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 220 kcal
- Cholesterol: 280mg
Keywords: Egg Bharta Recipe, Anda Bharta, Mashed Egg Curry, Indian Egg Recipe, Spiced Egg Mash, Bengali Egg Bharta, Anda Masala, Quick Egg Dish, High-Protein Meal