Gentle Egg and Dahi Mash
PakistaniSeniorsDesi eggsEasy
Soft scrambled egg folded with creamy dahi — mild, cooling and protein-rich, a gentle dish that is easy on older stomachs.
Prep time5 min
Cook time8 min
Total time13 min
Servings2
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup dahi (yoghurt), whisked smooth
- 1 tsp butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- A pinch of cumin powder
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Method
- Melt the butter in a pan on low heat.
- Pour in the beaten eggs and stir very gently until just set and soft.
- Remove from the heat and let it cool for 1 minute.
- Fold in the whisked dahi, salt and cumin powder.
- Garnish with coriander and serve at room temperature.
Nutrition — estimated per serving
Calories (estimate)170 kcal
Protein (estimate)12 g
Fat (estimate)9 g
Carbs (estimate)6 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
Let the egg cool slightly before adding the dahi so it stays creamy and does not split. Food safety: cook the eggs until fully set. Allergens: contains egg and milk. Substitute: use low-fat dahi, or add a little mashed banana on the side for a sweeter plate. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard per-egg values.