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Spiced Chickpea Flour Omelet – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Spiced Chickpea Flour Omelet

Discover your new favorite morning meal: the Spiced Chickpea Flour Omelet! This savory, protein-packed, and naturally gluten-free dish features a fluffy texture and the warm, aromatic notes of cardamom and coriander.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 -5 serving
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 5 large eggs
  • 5 Tbsp (40 g / 1.41 oz) chickpea flour, also known as besan
  • 1/8 tsp (40 ml) / a pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp (1 g / 0.04 oz) ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp (1 g / 0.04 oz) ground cardamom, or crushed seeds from 4-5 pods
  • 1/2 tsp (3 g / 0.11 oz) salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 cup (75 g / 2.65 oz) finely chopped onion
  • 2 Tbsp (8 g / 0.28 oz) chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
  • 3-4 Tbsp (45-60 ml) plain yogurt
  • 3 Tbsp (42 g / 1.48 oz) unsalted butter
  • Sifting the chickpea flour before adding it to the eggs will guarantee a silky-smooth, lump-free batter.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, try swapping the parsley for fresh cilantro and adding a finely chopped green chili to the batter.

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until light and frothy. Gradually sprinkle in the chickpea flour while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  2. Add the black pepper, ground coriander, cardamom, salt, chopped onions, fresh parsley, and yogurt to the egg mixture.
  3. Beat thoroughly until everything is well combined and the batter is smooth.
  4. Melt the butter in a 9-inch (23 cm) non-stick skillet over low to medium-low heat, swirling to coat the bottom of the pan.
  5. Pour the egg batter into the hot skillet and immediately cover with a lid.
  6. Cook gently for 8-10 minutes, or until the top is mostly set and the edges are golden.
  7. To flip, carefully slide the omelet onto a large plate.
  8. Place the skillet upside down over the plate and confidently invert them together, so the uncooked side of the omelet is now in the pan.
  9. Cook uncovered for another 2-3 minutes, just until the second side is lightly browned and the omelet is cooked through.
  10. Slide the finished omelet onto a serving platter.
  11. Slice into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite chutney or alongside a vegetable curry.
  12. Keep the heat low and slow.
  13. Cooking the omelet gently ensures it cooks through evenly without burning the bottom, resulting in a tender, custard-like texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 9gFat: 16g

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