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Andhra Scrambled Eggs

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Scrambled eggs to start your day.
Course Breakfast

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 large or extra-large eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp raw sesame oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped shallots
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp minced ginger
  • 2 green cayenne chilis seeded and minced
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 2 to matoes cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves

Instructions
 

  • Beat the eggs lightly in a bowl, and whisk or stir in the salt.
  • Heat a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the oil and when it is hot, add shallots, ginger, garlic, chilis and turmeric and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes and fry for 2-3 minutes, until they are softened.
  • Add the eggs and swirl and tilt the skillet to distribute.
  • Using a flat wooden spoon or spatula, toss the eggs with the shallots and tomatoes, cooking the eggs while getting everything well mixed.
  • Then continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes, until the eggs are well-cooked.
  • Turn out onto a flat plate to serve, garnished with cilantro.
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