Bihari Anda Toast

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Egg Batter

   • In a wide, shallow bowl large enough to dip a bread slice, crack the 4 eggs.
   • Add the finely chopped onion, green chilies, and coriander leaves.
   • Sprinkle in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, optional garam masala, and salt.
   • Using a fork or a whisk, beat the mixture vigorously for about 1-2 minutes until it's well combined and slightly frothy.
2. 2

   Heat the Pan

   • Place a tawa (griddle) or a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add 1 tablespoon of mustard oil. Heat it until it's very hot and you see faint smoke. This step is crucial for authentic Bihari flavor and reduces the oil's pungency.
3. 3

   Coat and Fry the Toast

   • Take one slice of bread and dip it into the egg batter. Let it soak for 10-15 seconds on each side, ensuring it's fully coated but not falling apart.
   • Lift the slice, allowing excess batter to drip off, but make sure some of the onion and chili mixture clings to the surface.
   • Carefully place the coated bread slice onto the hot pan. You should hear a sizzle.
   • Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side, until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
   • Flip the toast carefully with a spatula. Cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until it's also golden and cooked through. Press down gently to ensure the onions cook well.
   • Remove the toast from the pan and place it on a plate.
4. 4

   Repeat and Serve

   • Add another teaspoon or two of mustard oil to the pan for the next slice.
   • Repeat the dipping and frying process for all the remaining bread slices.
   • Serve the Bihari Anda Toast immediately while hot and crispy. Cut it diagonally and serve with tomato ketchup, green chutney, or enjoy as is.