✨ Introduction of Anda Shami Burger
A legendary Pakistani street-style snack made with crispy shami kebabs, a soft fried egg, and toasted buns this Anda Shami Burger is filling, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack on the go.
If you’ve ever stopped by a roadside stall or dhaba in Pakistan, you’ve likely had this classic Anda Shami Burger. It’s a no-fuss comfort food made with pantry staples and layered with flavor: soft buns, crispy fried shami kebabs, a runny or firm fried egg (your choice), and tangy chutney or ketchup.
Quick Recipe Overview
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time | Servings | Difficulty | Flavor |
| 15 mins | 20 mins | 35 mins | 4 | Easy | Savory, spicy |
Ingredients of Anda Shami Burger
For the Burger:
* 4 burger buns (or soft buns/rolls)
* 4 cooked shami kebabs (beef, mutton, or chicken)
* 4 eggs
* 1 small onion, thinly sliced (optional)
* Lettuce or cabbage leaves (optional)
* Tomato slices (optional)
* Ketchup, mayonnaise, or mint chutney
* Butter or oil for toasting
Optional for Homemade Shami Kebabs:
* 250g ground meat (chicken or beef)
* ½ cup chana daal (split chickpeas), soaked
* You’ll need 1 onion, 2 cloves of garlic, and a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger
* Salt need (1 tsp), also Required powder of chili red (1 tsp), also required garam masala (½ tsp)
* Fresh coriander, green chili, egg to bind
Instructions of Anda Shami Burger
🔹 1. Cook or Reheat Shami Kebabs
* If frozen, shallow-fry until golden and crispy on both sides (about 3–4 mins per side).
* If fresh, cook from scratch or reheat in a pan until hot and crispy.
🔹 2. Fry the Eggs
* Heated oil in a pan.
* Crack one egg in and cook to your liking:
* Sunny-side up (runny yolk)
* Fully fried (firm yolk)
* Repeat for all burgers.
🔹 3. Toast the Buns
* Coat the exterior of each bun with a thin layer of butter.
* Toast on a tawa or skillet until golden brown and crisp.
🔹 4. Assemble the Burger
Layer as follows:
1. Bottom bun
2. A little mayo, ketchup, or chutney
3. Lettuce or tomato slice (optional)
4. Hot shami kebab
5. Fried egg
6. Onions, more sauce if desired
7. Top bun
Press gently and serve hot.
Serving Suggestions
* With potato wedges or masala fries, serve.
* Pair with iced chai, soda, or mint lemonade
* For added decadence, try making it a double-patty burger!
Nutritional Info (Per Burger: Approx.)
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Calories | 450–500 kcal |
| Protein | 22g |
| Carbs | 30g |
| Fat | 25g |
| Fiber | 2g |
Tips & Variations
* Add cheese for an Anda Shami Cheeseburger
* Use whole wheat buns for a slightly healthier twist
* To make a vegetarian version, use aloo tikki for shami.
* To add more spice and tang, add pickled onions or jalapeños.
Final Thoughts
Anda Shami Burger is the ultimate desi street-style burger quick, flavorful, and full of nostalgia. Whether you’re craving comfort food or feeding a hungry family, this recipe delivers on both flavor and simplicity.
