Anda Tawa Masala is a bold, street-style egg curry where crispy boiled eggs are simmered in a spicy green chutney–based masala. Cooked entirely on a tawa, this dish delivers intense flavour with minimal effort.

What is Anda Tawa Masala?

Anda Tawa Masala is a rustic egg preparation where halved boiled eggs are pan-crisped and then cooked in a thick, spiced onion-tomato gravy, traditionally served with bread or pav.

Main Ingredient of Anda Tawa Masala:

1. Eggs – 6, hard boiled
   
   
2. Fresh Coriander – 1 cup
   
   
3. Green Chillies – 2–3
   
   
4. Ginger – 1 inch
   
   
5. Garlic – 8–10 cloves
   
   
6. Onion – 2 medium, chopped
   
   
7. Tomato – 2 medium, chopped
   
   
8. Whole Garlic – 6–8 cloves
   
   
9. Jeera – 1 tsp
   
   
10. Curry Leaves – 1 sprig
    
    
11. Red Chilli Powder – 1 tsp
    
    
12. Garam Masala – 1 tsp
    
    
13. Salt – to taste
    
    
14. Oil – as required
    
    

Meyer Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Flat Dosa Tawa, 24 cm, Black

What Is So Special About Anda Tawa Masala?

Cooking on a Meyer Dosa Tawa gives the eggs a crispy exterior and allows the masala to cook evenly, creating a smoky, street-style flavour.

Quick and Easy Anda Tawa Masala:

With a simple green paste and one-tawa cooking, this recipe comes together fast and tastes deeply satisfying.

How to make Anda Tawa Masala

1.  Blend coriander, green chillies, ginger, and garlic into a smooth paste.
2.  Heat oil on the Meyer Dosa Tawa. Add halved eggs and cook till lightly crispy. Remove and keep aside.
3.  In the same tawa, add oil, jeera, and curry leaves. Add onions and sauté till golden.
4.  Add tomatoes, whole garlic cloves, and the green paste. Add red chilli powder, garam masala, and salt.
5.  Cook well, adding water gradually till a thick curry forms.
6.  Add eggs back, coat with masala, and cook for a few minutes.

Expert Tips

1. Crisping eggs adds texture and depth to the curry.
   
   
2. Add water slowly to control consistency.
   
   

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Anda Tawa Masala

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Category

Main course

Servings

3

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Calories

350

Street-style Anda Tawa Masala made with crispy eggs simmered in a spicy green chutney gravy, cooked on a Meyer Dosa Tawa.

Author:

Samridh

Ingredients

• ● Eggs – 6

• ● Coriander – 1 cup

• ● Green chillies – 2–3

• ● Ginger – 1 inch

• ● Garlic – 8–10 cloves

• ● Onion – 2

• ● Tomato – 2

• ● Whole garlic – 6–8 cloves

• ● Jeera – 1 tsp

• ● Curry leaves – 1 sprig

• ● Red chilli powder – 1 tsp

• ● Garam masala – 1 tsp

• ● Salt – to taste

• ● Oil – as required

Directions

1. ● Blend coriander, green chillies, ginger, and garlic

2. ● Crisp halved eggs on Meyer Dosa Tawa and remove

3. ● In same tawa, add jeera and curry leaves

4. ● Add onion and sauté till golden

5. ● Add tomato, whole garlic, green paste, spices, and salt

6. ● Cook, adding water, till curry forms

7. ● Add eggs and cook till coated

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Recipe Note

Serve hot with bread or pav, finished with lemon juice and fresh coriander for best flavour.