Anda Tawa Fry
PakistaniPakistani RecipesDesi eggsEasy
Boiled egg halves fried on the tawa in a fiery masala of chillies, cumin and coriander — a quick, bold Pakistani tawa dish.
Prep time8 min
Cook time12 min
Total time20 min
Servings2
Ingredients
- 4 eggs, boiled and halved
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp red chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Fresh coriander and lemon wedges to serve
Method
- Heat oil on a tawa or flat pan, fry cumin seeds, then the onion until golden.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and all the dry spices. Fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Place the boiled egg halves cut-side down on the tawa and press gently so the masala coats them.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes until the eggs are golden and the masala sticks to them.
- Sprinkle chaat masala and coriander, and serve hot with lemon wedges and roti.
Nutrition — estimated per serving
Calories (estimate)240 kcal
Protein (estimate)13 g
Fat (estimate)17 g
Carbs (estimate)7 g
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard per-egg values (about 72 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 4.8 g fat, 0.4 g carbs per large egg).
Tips, food safety & substitutions
Keep the heat medium-high so the masala crisps onto the eggs without burning. Food safety: eggs must be fully boiled; serve immediately. Allergens: contains egg. Substitute: use a non-stick pan if you do not have a tawa, or add a spoon of yoghurt to the masala for a softer coating.