Egg Toast
Crisp bread slices coated in a lightly spiced egg mixture and pan-cooked until golden on both sides. This Indian-style egg toast is quick, savory, and perfect for breakfast or an easy snack with ketchup or chutney.
For 4 servings
- prep · ~3 min
Chop the vegetables.
Finely chop the onion, green chili, and cilantro so they mix evenly into the eggs.
- mix · ~3 min
Make the egg mixture.
1.Crack the eggs into a shallow bowl.2.Add onion, green chili, cilantro, black pepper, and salt.3.Whisk well until the yolks and whites are fully combined. - fry · ~4 min
Dip the bread and cook the first batch.
1.Heat 1 tbsp oil in a tawa or frying pan over medium heat.2.Dip 2 bread slices into the egg mixture and coat both sides well.3.Place them on the pan and spoon a little extra egg mixture on top if needed.4.Cook until the underside is golden, about 2 to 3 minutes.TIPKeep the heat medium so the egg cooks through before the bread gets too dark. - fry · ~6 min
Flip and finish cooking.
Flip the bread slices and cook the second side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and set. Repeat with the remaining 1 tbsp oil and 2 bread slices.
- serve
Serve the egg toast hot.
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Use a shallow bowl so the bread can be dipped quickly without tearing.
- 2Finely chop the onion and chili; large pieces make the coating fall off in the pan.
- 3Keep the heat at medium so the egg sets fully before the bread over-browns.
- 4After dipping, let excess egg drip off for a second to avoid a soggy center.
- 5Spoon the leftover oniony egg mixture over the top once the bread hits the pan for better coverage.
- 6Serve straight off the tawa for the best contrast between crisp edges and soft eggy middle.
Adapt it for your goals.
Masala
Add a pinch of turmeric and red chili powder to the egg mixture for a deeper Indian street-style flavor and color.
cheeseCheese
Sprinkle grated cheese on top after flipping for a richer, kid-friendly version with a melty finish.
high proteinHigh-protein
Use extra eggs and slightly less bread to make each serving more filling and egg-forward.
whole wheatWhole-wheat
Swap milk bread for whole-wheat bread for a nuttier taste and a heartier breakfast.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Protein from Eggs
Eggs add satisfying protein that makes this quick toast more filling than plain buttered bread.
Herb and Vegetable Boost
Onion, green chili, and cilantro add flavor along with plant compounds, freshness, and variety.
Balanced Quick Breakfast
The combination of bread for energy and eggs for satiety makes this a practical breakfast or snack.
Frequently asked questions
Usually the pan is too hot or the bread is soaking too long in the egg. Dip quickly, let excess drip off, and cook on medium heat until both sides are set.
