Description
This delicious Afghani omelette is a rich and savory breakfast dish featuring eggs gently cooked in a spiced tomato and onion base. Infused with warm spices like cumin and turmeric, it offers comforting flavors perfect for starting your day, especially when served with warm bread like naan or flatbread.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 2 eggs
Spices and Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Pour 2 tablespoons of oil into a skillet and warm it over medium heat to prepare the base for sautéing.
- Sauté the onion: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and lightly golden, enhancing the dish’s sweetness.
- Add tomato and spices: Mix in the diced tomato, ground cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook this mixture until the tomatoes start to break down and meld with the spices, forming a flavorful base.
- Cook the eggs: Gently crack the eggs directly into the tomato-spice mixture in the pan. Cover the skillet and allow the eggs to cook until the whites are fully set and yolks remain slightly runny for optimal texture.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the omelette if desired. Serve the dish hot, ideally accompanied by naan or your favorite flatbread.
Notes
- Serve with naan or flatbread for a complete meal.
- For added heat, you can include chopped green chili when cooking the tomato base.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Afghan
