Masala Omelette

INGREDIENTS

• 3 large eggs
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 1 small tomato (finely chopped)
• 1 green chili (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup bell pepper (finely chopped, any color)
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger (grated)
• 1 clove garlic (minced, optional)
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/4 tsp garam masala
• 1/4 tsp black pepper powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp milk or water (for fluffiness)
• 1 tbsp oil or butter (for cooking)
• 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
• Cheese (optional, grated, for fusion version)

Recipe

Step 1: Prep the Veggies

- Finely chop the onion, tomato, chili, bell pepper, and coriander leaves. Grate ginger and mince garlic if using.

Step 2: Whisk the Eggs

- In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs. Add milk or water, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, pepper, and salt.

- Whisk well until fluffy and slightly frothy.

Step 3: Mix Everything

- Add all chopped veggies, ginger, garlic, and coriander into the egg mixture. Stir to combine thoroughly.

Step 4: Cook the Omelette

- Heat oil or butter in a non-stick pan on medium heat. Pour the egg mixture evenly onto the pan.

- Swirl gently to spread, and cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes until the base sets.

Step 5: Flip & Finish

- Carefully flip the omelette and cook the other side for 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.

- Optionally, sprinkle grated cheese before folding and remove once melted.

Step 6: Serve Hot

- Drizzle a few drops of lemon juice, cut into halves, and serve hot with toast, ketchup, or mint chutney.

- Great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!