Masala Egg Bhurji
Estimated $2.18 recipe · $1.09 per serving (US / USD)
Indian-style scrambled eggs with onion, tomato and chilli — a 15-minute protein breakfast.
The recipe
Masala Egg Bhurji
Indian-style scrambled eggs with onion, tomato and chilli — a 15-minute protein breakfast.
Ingredients
- 5 eggs, beaten
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 green chilli, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh coriander
Estimated recipe cost
$2.18 for 2 servings · $1.09 per serving
US grocery planning estimate in USD. Includes the amounts used from the listed ingredients, including pantry items. Prices and portion weights vary.
Ingredient-by-ingredient breakdown
| Ingredient & price basis | Cost used |
|---|---|
| 5 eggs, beatenRetail benchmark · $1.67 / 12 each · Retail reference · Count stated in recipe | $0.70 |
| 1 onion, finely choppedRetail benchmark · $2.84 / 1361 g · Retail reference · Assumes 150 g per item | $0.31 |
| 1 tomato, choppedRetail benchmark · $2.22 / 454 g · Retail reference · Assumes 120 g per item | $0.59 |
| 1 green chilli, choppedPlanning assumption · $2.00 / 100 g · Assumes 5 g per item | $0.10 |
| 1 tsp cuminPlanning assumption · $2.00 / 60 g · 1 tsp ≈ 2.5g | $0.08 |
| ½ tsp turmericPlanning assumption · $2.00 / 60 g · 1 tsp ≈ 2.5g | $0.04 |
| 1 tbsp olive oilRetail benchmark · $6.12 / 503 ml · Retail reference · 1 tbsp ≈ 15ml | $0.18 |
| Fresh corianderPlanning assumption · $1.00 / 28 g · Unspecified amount: assumes 5 g | $0.18 |
| Estimated total | $2.18 |
Retail references are representative products, not quotes for every variety. Other prices are editorial planning assumptions. Checked 9 October 2026; these are not live prices.
Price bases and quantity assumptions refer to the original recipe. Unspecified quantities use the assumptions shown above. Listed optional ingredients are included. Unlisted sides, extra seasoning, tax, energy and delivery are excluded. Buying full packages will cost more.
Instructions
- Soften onion and chilli in oil for 4 min, then add cumin and turmeric.
- Add tomato and cook 3 min until pulpy.
- Pour in the beaten eggs and stir gently over low heat until just set and creamy.
- Season, fold through coriander and serve with toast or roti.
Recipe notes
Keep the heat low at the end so the eggs stay soft, not rubbery.
Estimated nutrition per serving
350 kcal · 24g protein. Values are estimates and vary with brands, substitutions and portions.
Recipe images may be AI-generated illustrations. Nutrition figures are estimates.