Persian Omelet
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with the rich, aromatic flavors of a Persian Omelet. This traditional Middle Eastern dish, also known as "Omlet-e Ghooch," pairs fluffy scrambled eggs with a savory tomato and garlic base, beautifully seasoned with turmeric for an earthy depth of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan wonder combines simplicity with elegance, offering a satisfying blend of soft curds and a sauce-like consistency that's perfect for scooping up with warm flatbread or crusty bread. With its vibrant spices, wholesome ingredients, and comforting textures, this Persian-inspired omelet is a delicious way to add global flair to your morning routine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 3 medium Tomatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
Start by washing the tomatoes and dicing them into small pieces. Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and form a thick, sauce-like consistency.
Sprinkle the turmeric, salt, and black pepper over the tomato mixture. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them lightly. Pour the eggs over the tomato mixture in the skillet.
Let the eggs cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes, then gently stir with a spatula to create soft curds, combining them with the tomatoes.
Continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are fully set but still moist and fluffy.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the Persian omelet warm with flatbread or crusty bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 1481 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1179 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
