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Spicy, fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with onions and tomatoes, stuffed into a soft, buttery pao roll with a slice of melted cheese. A popular Mumbai street food that's perfect for a quick breakfast or satisfying snack.
For 4 servings
Preparation
Cook the Masala Base
Scramble the Eggs (Bhurji)
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Spicy, fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with onions and tomatoes, stuffed into a soft, buttery pao roll with a slice of melted cheese. A popular Mumbai street food that's perfect for a quick breakfast or satisfying snack.
This indian recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 491.1 calories per serving with 21.63g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or snack or lunch.
Toast the Pao
Assemble and Serve
Increase the amount of green chilies or add a pinch of black pepper powder along with the other spices.
Add 1/4 cup of finely chopped bell peppers (capsicum) or sautéed mushrooms to the onion-tomato masala for added texture and nutrition.
Swap the processed cheese slice with grated mozzarella, cheddar, or a cheese blend for a different flavor and a better 'cheese pull'.
Use whole wheat pao, reduce the amount of butter and cheese, or use an egg white-only bhurji.
Eggs are a complete protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
The combination of carbohydrates from the pao and protein and fats from the eggs provides a sustained release of energy, making it a great meal to start your day.
This dish provides essential nutrients like Vitamin B12 and D from eggs, Vitamin C from tomatoes, and calcium from cheese, which supports bone health and immune function.
One Egg Cheese Pao contains approximately 350-450 calories, depending on the size of the pao and the amount of butter and cheese used.
It can be a balanced meal. Eggs provide high-quality protein, while the vegetables offer vitamins. However, it can be high in fat and sodium due to butter, processed cheese, and oil. For a healthier version, use whole wheat pao, less butter, and more vegetables.
Yes, you can prepare the egg bhurji a day in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat it thoroughly in a pan before assembling the pao. Eggs are best enjoyed fresh, but this works for meal prep.
If ladi pav is unavailable, you can use soft dinner rolls, burger buns, or even sliced bread. The key is to use a soft bread that can absorb the flavors and contrasts well with the filling.
To reduce the spice level, you can omit the green chilies entirely and reduce the amount of red chili powder or use a milder variety like Kashmiri red chili powder for color without much heat.
Traditionally, processed cheese slices (like Amul) are used for their creamy texture and perfect melt. However, you can also use grated cheddar for a sharper flavor or mozzarella for a stringy, gooey texture.