Awadhi Masala French Toast
This savory Indian-style French toast gets an Awadhi touch with warm spices, green chili, onion, and coriander mixed into an egg batter. Crisp edges, a soft center, and gentle spice make it perfect for breakfast or a light snack.
For 4 servings
- prep · ~3 min
Chop the onion, chili, coriander, and ginger.
- mix · ~3 min
Make the masala egg batter.
1.Crack the eggs into a wide bowl and whisk until smooth.2.Add milk, onion, green chili, coriander leaves, and ginger.3.Add black pepper, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.4.Whisk again until the mixture is evenly combined. - other · ~2 min
Dip the bread in the batter.
Dip one bread slice at a time into the egg mixture and turn gently so both sides are coated well. Let each slice soak briefly so the center picks up some batter without turning soggy.
TIPUse slightly stale bread so it holds the batter better and cooks up crisp at the edges. - fry · ~8 min
Cook the French toast on a tawa.
1.Heat 1 tsp ghee on a tawa or frying pan over medium heat.2.Place 2 coated bread slices on the pan and cook until the base is golden, 2 to 3 minutes.3.Flip and cook the other side until golden and set, 2 to 3 minutes more.4.Repeat with the remaining ghee and coated bread slices.TIPKeep the heat medium so the egg cooks through before the bread gets too dark. - serve · ~1 min
Serve hot.
Serve the Awadhi Masala French Toast hot, straight from the pan, while the edges are crisp and the middle stays soft.
What to keep in mind.
7 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Finely chop the onion and chili so they stick to the bread instead of falling into the pan.
- 2Use a wide bowl for the batter so each slice can be coated evenly without tearing.
- 3Soak each bread slice only briefly; thick bread should feel moistened, not heavy and soggy.
- 4Scatter some of the onion-herb bits back on top after placing the bread on the tawa for fuller flavor in every bite.
- 5Cook on medium heat until the center feels set when lightly pressed, not wet or squishy.
- 6Serve straight off the tawa; the crisp ghee-fried edges soften quickly if left standing.
- 7If making a larger batch, keep cooked slices on a wire rack rather than stacking to preserve crispness.
Adapt it for your goals.
Low-spice
Reduce or skip the green chili and red chili powder for a milder breakfast that still keeps the ginger, coriander, and garam masala notes.
cheesyCheesy
Add a little grated cheese to the batter or on top while frying for a richer, more filling version with a melty center.
stuffedStuffed
Sandwich a thin layer of spiced onion-coriander filling between two bread slices before dipping for a heartier tea-time snack.
whole wheatWhole-wheat
Use thick whole-wheat bread for a nuttier flavor and a slightly sturdier toast that holds the masala batter well.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Protein from Eggs
Eggs make this savory French toast more satisfying and help turn a simple bread breakfast into a more balanced meal.
Herb and Spice Boost
Coriander, ginger, turmeric, chili, and black pepper add flavor depth along with beneficial plant compounds.
More Satisfying Than Plain Toast
The mix of eggs, milk, and aromatics makes it more nourishing and filling than plain buttered toast or sweet French toast.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, but dip it very quickly. Fresh bread absorbs the egg faster and can break or turn mushy if left in the batter too long.
