Author Notes
Bun Omelette, true to it's name, is a soft bread roll smothered in butter and stuffed with the most delicious, spicy, omelette ever. It's a common street snack in Northern India (although not the most hygienic!) and was a sporadic late night treat for us when my brother & I were home for the holidays from boarding school. This is my [healthier] version with spring veggies & egg whites. —Shuchi
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Ingredients
- For the Omelette
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3
Egg Whites
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5
Cherry Tomatoes, halved
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1
Small Red Onion, diced
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1
Green Chili, finely chopped
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1/2 cup
Baby Spinach, roughly torn
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1/4 teaspoon
Red pepper flakes
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1/2 teaspoon
Chaat Masala
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1/4 teaspoon
Garam Masala
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2 tablespoons
Light Olive Oil or Unsalted Butter
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1 teaspoon
Whole Milk
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2 tablespoons
Aged Cheddar / Gouda, grated
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2 tablespoons
Fresh Cilantro, chopped (with stalk)
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Salt & Pepper to taste
- Others
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1
Challah Roll / Burger Bun / Soft Bread Roll
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1 teaspoon
Softened Butter
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1 teaspoon
Cilantro Chutney / Hot Sauce
Directions
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Beat the egg whites lightly with a pinch of salt, pepper, and milk. Keep aside
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Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan. Once hot, add the chilies, tomatoes & onions, with a pinch of salt. Cook till the onions are translucent and the tomatoes are soft enough to crush. Stir in all the dry spices, and cook for a quick few seconds. Add the spinach & cilantro, and cook till the leaves wilt.
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Add the beaten egg white, stir a little and then let it set. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top (if using) and let the egg cook completely on medium-low heat.
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Once done, fold it in half, and then half again, so as to form a triangle. If you can, flip it over to brown the other side. And it really doesn't matter if the omelette looks imperfect or breaks - the taste is all in there trust me. Remove from heat.
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Cut the buns in half. Butter them (generously?) and put face down on the same pan you cooked the egg. Lightly toast each half, and then remove from heat.
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Add a teaspoon of cilantro chutney on one half, followed by the omelette, and close with the other half. Cut into half and enjoy hot with a cup of steaming masala chai!
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