How To Make Parsi-Style Akuri Whenever Hunger Strikes

By Rajlakshmi

June 4, 2026

Made using eggs, akuri is a Parsi-style scramble cooked with onions, garlic and coriander leaves. This dish recipe can be relished for lunch as well as for dinner. This recipe can be turned into a filling supper by serving it with bread or chapati as well.

Ingredients

6 large eggs 2 tablespoons butter ½ teaspoon cumin seeds ¼ cup chopped onions 2 teaspoons chopped garlic 1 teaspoon finely chopped green chillies ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder 2 tablespoons milk ½ teaspoon salt, to taste 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro

Step 1

Using a wire whisk, crack eggs into a mixing basin and whisk them thoroughly. Place them aside.

Step 2

In a pan, heat butter over medium-low heat. When the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds and wait for them to crackle for 4-5 seconds.

Step 3

Add the onions and cook them until they start to brown slightly. Add the garlic and green chillies.

Step 4

Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes. Add the turmeric powder and stir for a few seconds.

Step 5

Turn the heat down to low and add the milk, salt and whisked eggs to the pan. Continue scrambling the eggs with a spatula.

Step 6

Serve hot over toasted pav or bread and garnish with chopped cilantro!