From Breakfast Plates to Dinner Bowls: Everyday Recipes You’ll Love
Eggs might be the most underrated staple in our kitchens. They aren’t just for breakfast anymore. They’ve found their way into lunchboxes, evening snacks and comforting dinners. The reason? They're quick, comforting, and adaptable to any diet.
Questions We’re Answering in This Article
- Why are eggs considered a breakfast favourite?
- How do eggs sneak into lunch and dinner?
- Why are eggs a pantry essential for so many homes?
Eggs for Breakfast
For most, mornings begin with eggs because they are quick, filling, and easily adaptable. From creamy scrambled eggs and masala omelettes to the classic hard-boiled eggs on toast, it’s the perfect way to fuel up in the mornings without the fuss. Whether you reach for white eggs or brown eggs, what matters is that it gives a nutritious start to any day.
Here's a quick, delicious breakfast idea with eggs:
Butter Garlic Scrambled Eggs
Ingredients:
- 3 free-range eggs
- 1 tbsp chilli flakes
- 3 tbsp garlic (chopped)
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 200ml milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp spring onions (finely chopped)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Salt to taste
Method:
- In a medium sized bowl, crack 3 of our free-range eggs.
- Sprinkle in the chilli flakes, pepper, and half of the chopped garlic, and whisk together until combined.
- Cook the mixture in a pan on low to medium heat until the eggs are just about cooked. Then, set them aside.
- In the same pan, melt some butter on low heat, add in the remaining garlic, Italian seasoning, cornflour and milk.
- Cook until the mixture forms a thick sauce, and add the scrambled eggs back into this sauce.
- Gently fold in the eggs, until it's fully coated with the sauce.
- Garnish with thinly sliced spring onions, sesame seeds, and serve with any bread of your liking.
Eggs for Lunch and Dinner
Eggs have quietly made their way into mid-day meals and dinner through curries, wraps, fried rice, and even sandwiches. Some whisk them into dosa batter, while others stir them into rich gravies. No matter the cuisine, eggs blend right in.
We have two perfect free-range egg recipes that would make for a great lunch or dinner. Whichever you prefer.
Egg Pepper Roast
Packed with flavour and protein, this dish makes lunchtime both delicious and wholesome.
Ingredients:
- 5 free-range eggs (boiled and cut in half)
- 2 onions
- 2 tbsp oil
- 3 green chillies
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp red chilli powder
- 1 tbsp garam masala powder
- 1 tsp salt
- One handful of curry leaves
- Coriander leaves (for garnish)
Method:
- Heat oil in a kadhai, add curry leaves, and cook until they start splattering.
- Add onions and green chillies, saute until light brown in colour.
- Add in some turmeric powder, red chilli powder and salt. Cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Now, add the free-range boiled eggs.
- Add in the garam masala and mix well.
- Transfer it to a dish and garnish it with coriander leaves.
Anda Ghotala
A spicy delight of masala and eggs that is perfect for dinner.
Ingredients:
- 5 free-range eggs
- 2 onions (finely chopped)
- 3 green chillies (finely chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (finely chopped)
- 3 tbsp oil
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp red chilli powder
- ½ tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- Coriander leaves (for garnish)
- Salt to taste
Method:
- Heat oil in a kadhai, add cumin seeds and cook until they start sizzling and are aromatic.
- Add onions, green chilli and saute it until light brown in colour.
- Add tomatoes to this.
- Lightly sauté and then add turmeric powder, garam masala powder, chilli powder and salt.
- Once tomatoes soften, crack 2 free-range eggs and scramble in this onion tomato masala.
- Now, grate 2 hard boiled free-range eggs into this scrambled mixture and mix well.
- Transfer the Anda Ghotala into a dish.
- In a pan, gently fry 1 free-range egg, place it on the Anda Ghotala and garnish with coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with toasted pav.
Pantry Essential in Most Households
Through the years, eggs have earned their spot as one of the most dependable ingredients in our kitchens. They’re packed with nutrition, cook within minutes, and adapt to whatever meal you’re in the mood to cook. It can be a snack, a side-dish or even a big meal. They just tick all the right boxes!
Why You Should Choose Free-Range Eggs
While eggs are a kitchen essential, the kind of eggs you choose makes all the difference. Choosing free-range eggs means choosing a better taste, better nutritions, and most importantly, better living conditions for the hens. Hens raised on free-range farms are healthier and stress-free, which results in healthier birds and higher-quality eggs. By choosing free-range eggs, you’re also supporting ethical farming practices, a more sustainable food system, and eventually our planet. It’s a simple switch which can have a big impact.
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