This comforting Indian breakfast dish combines fluffy omelette pieces with a vibrant, earthy gravy made from fresh spinach, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic spices. The eggs are first cooked and cut into chunks, then gently simmered in a spiced sauce that offers a perfect balance of tangy tomatoes and savory greens. Garam masala, cumin, ginger, and garlic infuse the dish with deep, traditional flavors, while a hint of green chili adds a gentle warmth. It’s a hearty, vegetarian meal that’s perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick, satisfying weekday start. Serve hot with crusty bread or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
Omelette Pakaki Curry (Spinach & Tomato Omelette)
Description
This comforting Indian breakfast dish combines fluffy omelette pieces with a vibrant, earthy gravy made from fresh spinach, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic spices. The eggs are first cooked and cut into chunks, then gently simmered in a spiced sauce that offers a perfect balance of tangy tomatoes and savory greens. Garam masala, cumin, ginger, and garlic infuse the dish with deep, traditional flavors, while a hint of green chili adds a gentle warmth. It's a hearty, vegetarian meal that's perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick, satisfying weekday start. Serve hot with crusty bread or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Beat the eggs in a bowl until smooth and uniform in color.
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Season the eggs with salt and garam masala, then beat again to incorporate.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
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Pour in the egg mixture and cook until set, forming an omelette about 1/4-inch thick.
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Cut the cooked omelette into small bite-sized pieces and set aside, keeping them warm.
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Place spinach in a saucepan, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, cover, and cook for 5 minutes until wilted.
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Drain any excess liquid and blend or grind the cooked spinach into a smooth paste.
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In a separate saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
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Add sliced onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies, cooking until the onions are golden brown.
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Stir in ground cumin and chopped tomatoes, cooking for a few minutes until tomatoes soften.
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Add 1 cup of water and bring to a simmer, cooking for 10 minutes to develop the flavors.
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Stir the spinach paste into the tomato gravy and simmer for 2 minutes.
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Gently fold in the omelette pieces, heating them through for 2-3 minutes.
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Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 547.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25.8g40%
- Saturated Fat 10.2g51%
- Cholesterol 490.4mg164%
- Sodium 978.5mg41%
- Total Carbohydrate 58.9g20%
- Dietary Fiber 10.8g44%
- Sugars 7.3g
- Protein 30.2g61%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.