Time and servings
Time and servings
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About
The Eggless Omelette Recipe, also known as a Vegetable Omelette, originated as a vegetarian-friendly option. It was created to mimic the feel of an authentic omelette. The base uses besan or gram flour for binding. Furthermore, adding chopped onions, tomatoes, chillies, and herbs enhances the flavour. It acts as an extension of the cheela recipe. The batter is poured on a hot tawa and spread round. It cooks until both sides turn golden. The aroma and look feel close to the real omelette. Families enjoy it as a healthy breakfast. It is light, filling, and quick to prepare. The method follows the steps of a regular omelette. Smooth batter spreads evenly on the pan. It turns fluffy and soft as it cooks. Spices and vegetables give it taste and colour. Besan adds protein and keeps it wholesome. The recipe grew popular in vegetarian homes. Street vendors often sell both versions side by side. The look and smell satisfy those missing eggs. It also pairs well with bread and chutney. Simple steps and a few ingredients make it easy. Fun Fact:In some food stalls, sellers challenge customers to taste both versions blindfolded, and many find it difficult to distinguish the eggless omelette from the original.
Ingredients
- 1 cup besan / gram flour
- ¼ cup maida
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp baking powder
- water
- ½ onion (finely chopped)
- ½ tomato (finely chopped)
- 2 chilli (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp coriander (finely chopped)
- oil (for roasting)
- butter (for roasting)
Instructions
- Firstly, in a large bowl, take 1 cup besan, ¼ cup maida, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp turmeric and 1 tsp baking powder.
- Add water as required and prepare a smooth lump-free batter.
- Ensure the quantity of water is adjusted to achieve a flowing consistency batter.
- Add ½ onion, ½ tomato, 2 chillies, and 2 tbsp coriander. Mix well.
- Now, heat the pan and grease it with oil.
- Pour a cup of batter and spread it uniformly by turning the pan.
- Sprinkle chilli powder and top with butter on the sides and centre.
- Cook on a low flame till the omelette is cooked on all sides.
- Flip over and cook both sides.
- Finally, enjoy the Eggless Omelette Recipe.
Step-by-step
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Firstly, in a large bowl, take 1 cup besan, ¼ cup maida, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp turmeric and 1 tsp baking powder.
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Add water as required and prepare a smooth lump-free batter.
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Ensure the quantity of water is adjusted to achieve a flowing consistency batter.
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Add ½ onion, ½ tomato, 2 chillies, and 2 tbsp coriander. Mix well.
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Now, heat the pan and grease it with oil.
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Pour a cup of batter and spread it uniformly by turning the pan.
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Sprinkle chilli powder and top with butter on the sides and centre. If you are looking for vegan recipe, then skip the butter.
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Cook on a low flame till the omelette is cooked on all sides.
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Flip over and cook both sides.
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Finally, enjoy the Eggless Omelette Recipe.
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Tips
The Eggless Omelette Recipe creates a healthy and satisfying dish for vegetarians. This Veggie Omelette delivers the same texture and aroma as the classic version while using besan as the base.- Whisk Batter: Mix besan and water into a smooth lump-free paste.
- Fresh Veggies: Chop onions, tomatoes, chillies, and coriander for flavour.
- Tawa Usage: Pour batter only when the pan is hot for even cooking
- Seasoning: Use salt, turmeric, and spices to balance the taste.
- Flip Carefully: Wait until the edges lift before turning the omelette.
Notes
- Firstly, ensure the batter is adjusted to a thin consistency; otherwise, the omelette will be dense.
- Additionally, adding baking powder will make the mixture soft and fluffy.
- Also, beat the batter well to make a soft and fluffy-textured omelette.
- Finally, adding green chilli is completely optional if you prefer a milder taste in the Eggless Omelette.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/eggless-omelette-recipe-veggie-omelette/