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A quick and flavorful Bengali-style scrambled egg dish, spiced with onions, green chilies, and turmeric. Perfect with roti or toast for a hearty breakfast or a simple weeknight meal, ready in under 20 minutes.
Prepare the Eggs
Sauté Aromatics
Cook Masala Base
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A quick and flavorful Bengali-style scrambled egg dish, spiced with onions, green chilies, and turmeric. Perfect with roti or toast for a hearty breakfast or a simple weeknight meal, ready in under 20 minutes.
This bengali recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 285.43 calories per serving with 14.33g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or dinner.
Scramble the Eggs
Garnish and Serve
Incorporate finely chopped bell peppers (capsicum), green peas, or sweet corn along with the onions for added texture and nutrition.
Add a pinch of garam masala along with the coriander leaves at the end for a warmer, more aromatic finish.
Sprinkle a handful of grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese over the bhurji just before turning off the heat and let it melt slightly.
Add 1/2 cup of crumbled paneer (Indian cottage cheese) along with the eggs to make it richer and higher in protein.
Eggs are a complete protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
This dish is packed with nutrients like Vitamin D, B12, and selenium from eggs, and Vitamin C and antioxidants from tomatoes and onions.
Ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and garlic have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help strengthen the immune system.
The high protein and healthy fat content helps you feel full and satisfied for longer, which can aid in weight management by reducing overall calorie intake.
One serving of Dim er Bhurji (approximately 205g) contains around 250-300 calories, depending on the amount of oil used. It's a nutritious and filling meal.
Yes, it is a healthy dish. Eggs are an excellent source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients. The addition of onions, tomatoes, ginger, and garlic provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
It pairs wonderfully with Indian flatbreads like roti, paratha, or luchi. It's also delicious with buttered toast, pav (soft rolls), or as a side dish with dal and rice.
Absolutely. While mustard oil provides the traditional Bengali flavor, you can substitute it with any neutral vegetable oil, sunflower oil, or even ghee.
Store any leftover Dim er Bhurji in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave before serving.
To make a vegan version, you can replace the eggs with crumbled firm tofu or mashed chickpeas. The cooking process for the masala base remains the same.