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    Home » Breakfast

    Masala Omelette

    Published: Mar 21, 2018 · Updated: Mar 17, 2021 · 7 Comments

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    This Masala Omelette is a quick and delicious breakfast that’s filled with easy-to-find Indian spices and topped with fresh herbs.

    Masala Omelette with eggs and cilantro on the counter

    Growing up, my family and I weren’t really “breakfast people.” 

    Typically, we all had different schedules, left the home for work and school at different times, and ate breakfast alone (or skipped it entirely).

    A few special times a year, however, I’d wake up to the smell of something delicious happening. 

    When the scent of spiced eggs wafted through my bedroom door– I knew my dad was making breakfast. 

    His “breakfast specialty”– eggs scrambled with yellow curry powder– inspired this easy Masala Omelette.

    What is an Omelette (or Omelet)?

    An omelette is simply eggs that are whisked together, cooked in a pan until the eggs set, and then folded over and served. 

    Sometimes omelettes are stuffed with other ingredients like cooked veggies, but for this omelette we’re keeping things simple.

    Want more EGG ideas?  Try these: Breakfast Crème Brûlée, Perfectly Poached Eggs, and Eggs Royale: Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict.

    Eggs, Spices, and cilantro on the counter

    What Indian Spices Do I Need?

    For this omelette, I use a tandoori masala spice mix. 

    You could also use the slightly more common garam masala.

    If you can’t find either, check the recipe notes to see how to make the mixture at home.

    How to Make a Masala Omelette

    Start by whisking together the spices, eggs, and milk. 

    Keep whisking until the eggs are frothy and aerated.

    Heat a small nonstick pan over medium heat, and add a little butter. 

    When the butter has melted, and before it begins to brown, pour the eggs into the pan.  Swirl them all around the pan, and then add half the herbs and a pinch of salt.

    Resist all urges to touch the eggs– just leave them alone in the pan. 

    These eggs are NOT ready to flip or roll
    These eggs are NOT ready to flip or roll

    After 2-3 minutes, the eggs will start pull away from the edge of the pan.  Once the eggs pull back, go ahead and roll the omelette.

    It’s okay to start folding the eggs over while the center of the omelette is still a little runny. 

    The eggs will continue to cook for a moment after the omelette has been removed from the pan. 

    The eggs are ready to flip
    The eggs are ready to flip or roll

    Top the finished omelette with the remaining herbs, and serve it right away!

    Masala Omelette with eggs and cilantro on the counter
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    5 from 5 votes

    Masala Omelette

    This Masala Omelette is a quick and delicious breakfast that’s filled with easy-to-find Indian spices and topped with fresh herbs..
    Author: Sarah Trenalone
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Servings: 1 person
    Calories: 202kcal
    Freezer Friendly?

    No

    Will It Keep?

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    Ingredients

    • 2 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon tandoori masala spice mix (See recipe notes for substitution information.)
    • ¼ teaspoon ginger
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • pinch of turmeric
    • 1 ounce whole milk
    • ½ tablespoon butter or olive oil
    • ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
    • small handful fresh herbs: cilantro and diced green onion recommended

    Instructions

    • Whisk eggs together with all other ingredients except butter, salt, and herbs. 
    • Preheat an omelette pan to just under medium heat.  Add butter, and let it melt.  (Do not let the butter brown.)
    • Pour eggs into pan, swirl eggs around pan to spread out the mixture, and then add salt and half the herbs to the center of the mixture. DON’T TOUCH your omelette for about 2-3 minutes. 
    • Once the edges of the eggs start pulling away from the pan and appear crisp, use a plastic spatula to fold (or roll) the omelette together.
    • Remove from heat immediately, even though the inside will still appear runny, because the inside will continue cooking from the heat of the surrounding egg.
    • Top with remaining herbs and serve immediately.

    Notes

    Makes 1 Omelette
    Homemade Tandoori Spice Mix: Blend 2 TB cumin, 2 TB garlic powder, 2 TB paprika, 4 tsp ginger, 1 TB coriander, 2 tsp cardamom, and use 1 tsp of mixture in place of pre-made spice mix
    Recipe Variations: Use garam masala instead of tandoori spice mix.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 202kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 3g (1%) | Protein: 12g (24%) | Fat: 15g (23%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Cholesterol: 345mg (115%) | Sodium: 480mg (21%) | Potassium: 211mg (6%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 1880IU (38%) | Calcium: 81mg (8%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment and rating below!

    Spice mix substitute adapted from: Minimalist Baker

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    About Sarah Trenalone

    Sarah is the primary creator at Champagne Tastes. She's a photographer, food writer and traveler, and is certified in Backcountry Kitchen and Backcountry Navigation from the Colorado Outward Bound School and Identifying Wild Plants from Backpacker.

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    1. Liz @ Ready to Yumble

      April 04, 2016 at 12:49 pm

      5 stars
      I love omelettes for quick meals/emergency snacks/savory cravings…actually just about any time…and this will be a new one for my repertoire! Great idea with the spices!

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      • champagne-tastes

        April 04, 2016 at 1:21 pm

        Thanks! Meeee too! They’re just so fast, easy, and tasty!!

        Reply
    2. Suchi @elegant meraki

      April 05, 2016 at 10:07 pm

      Good to see that you like spices omelet! You have to try something called BHURJI ( it’s Indian scrambled eggs) I will send you recipe soon.

      Reply
      • champagne-tastes

        April 05, 2016 at 10:24 pm

        I’d love that!!

        Reply
    3. Lizzie

      April 07, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! Smoked paprika is used to pepp up scrambled eggs here. I love spicy eggs in soup or curry, I’ll have to try this!

      Reply
    4. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      March 26, 2018 at 12:11 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never made an omelette like this before but it’s definitely about time I did! Love Indian spices, love omelettes so this needs to happen pronto!

      Reply
      • champagne-tastes

        April 04, 2018 at 2:50 pm

        Yessss do it! Plus it’s super easy!

        Reply

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