Eggs
अंडाانڈا
anḍā
Large eggs.
Its job: The custard.
Science-backed recipe
From the MedRise Food Science kitchenPublished
Masala French Toast: The Savory Bombay Breakfast
Also called Bombay Toast · Savory French Toast · Anda Bread · मसाला फ्रेंच टोस्ट · مسالہ فرنچ ٹوسٹ
Bread soaked in eggs whisked with onion, green chili, cilantro and spices, pan-fried in butter until golden and finished with chaat masala and ketchup.
From the MedRise Food Science kitchenPublished - Active
- 15 min
- Prep
- 5 min
- Total
- 15 min
- Serves
- 2 (4 slices)
Why this recipe works
- ✓Savory, not sweetOnion, chili and cilantro.
- ✓15 minutesWeekday fast.
- ✓ProteinEggs and milk.
- ✓Street styleChaat masala and ketchup.
What is Indian French toast?
Indian French toast is the savory version of eggy bread, sold at Mumbai breakfast stalls and made in homes across India and Pakistan. For the sweet kind, see cinnamon raisin walnut French toast.
Meet the ingredients
The main ingredients, with their English, Hindi and Urdu names.
Onion
प्याज़پیاز
pyāz
Very finely chopped.
Its job: Sweet crunch.
Grow it yourself: Green chilies, Cilantro (dhania)
The lab notes
The science behind every step
Restaurant cooks do these things by habit. Here’s what each step is actually doing to the food, so you can cook by understanding instead of guesswork.
Lab note01
Chop fine so it sticks
Chop the onion and chili very fine.
Small pieces cling to the egg-soaked bread; big ones fall off in the pan.
Lab note02
Medium heat sets the egg
Cook over medium heat, 2–3 minutes per side.
Egg proteins set between about 144°F and 158°F; medium heat cooks the center before the outside burns.
How to make it, at a glance
- WhiskWhisk the eggs and milk, then stir in the onion, chili, cilantro and spices in a wide dish.
- DipDip each slice of bread for 5–10 seconds per side, pressing on some onion mixture.
- FryMelt a little butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the slices 2–3 minutes per side until golden and set.
- ServeDust with chaat masala and serve with ketchup or green chutney and chai.
Exact amounts and timings are in the recipe card below.
Health benefits, honestly rated
A protein breakfast.
Macros per serving
Calories370
Protein15 g
Carbs33 g
Fat19 g
Fiber2 g
Sodium710 mg
4.1 g protein per 100 calories. Estimated from the ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values.
Gym-friendly tip: Pair with a protein: ¾ cup Greek yogurt dip (about +16 g) or a boiled egg on the side (+6 g each).
Egg protein
Eggs supply complete protein and choline.
Keep in mind
- Cook the egg until set.
General nutrition information, not medical advice. Numbers marked “estimated” are calculated from the recipe’s ingredients and vary with brands and portions. If you have diabetes, heart or kidney disease, a food allergy, or are pregnant, ask your doctor or a registered dietitian how this dish fits your diet.
Health sources: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: Choline
See the full ingredient health guide: benefits, traditional roots and the science →
Questions, answered
Is it the same as Bombay toast?
Yes; Bombay toast is the savory Indian French toast.
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Recipe card
Masala French Toast
Savory Indian masala French toast: bread dipped in eggs whisked with onion, green chili, cilantro, turmeric and chili, pan-fried in butter and dusted with chaat masala. High-protein breakfast in 15 minutes.
Prep5 minCook10 minTotal15 minServes2 servings (4 slices)
Ingredients
Egg mixture
Toast
Instructions
- WhiskWhisk the eggs and milk, then stir in the onion, chili, cilantro and spices in a wide dish.
- DipDip each slice of bread for 5–10 seconds per side, pressing on some onion mixture.
- FryMelt a little butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the slices 2–3 minutes per side until golden and set.
- ServeDust with chaat masala and serve with ketchup or green chutney and chai.
Notes
- Cheese
- Add a slice of cheese between two toasts for a Bombay cheese toast.
Equipment
- Nonstick skillet
- Wide shallow dish