Roti, Aloo Parwal and Masala Omelette

Ingredients

• 250 g Pointed Gourd (Lightly scraped and chopped into 1-inch pieces)
• 2 medium Potato (Peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 3 tbsp Mustard Oil
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 0.25 tsp Asafoetida
• 1 large Onion (Finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
• 2 medium Tomato (Pureed)
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 0.75 tsp Red Chili Powder (Adjust to taste)
• 1.5 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Cumin Powder
• 0.5 tsp Dry Mango Powder
• 1 tsp Salt (Or to taste)
• 0.5 tsp Garam Masala
• 0.25 cup Water (As needed)
• 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (Freshly chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Vegetables: Wash the parwal, lightly scrape the outer skin with a knife, and chop them into 1-inch thick rounds. Peel the potatoes and cut them into similar-sized cubes. Keep them aside.

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   Shallow Fry Vegetables: Heat 2 tablespoons of mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadai over medium heat. Add the chopped parwal and fry for 4-5 minutes until they get light golden spots and are slightly tender. Remove with a slotted spoon. In the same oil, add the potato cubes and fry for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and about 80% cooked. Remove and set aside with the parwal.

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   Prepare Masala Base: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Once hot, add the cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add the asafoetida, followed by the finely chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions turn translucent and light golden.

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   Cook Aromatics and Spices: Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for about a minute until the raw aroma disappears. Pour in the tomato puree. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the puree thickens and oil begins to separate from the masala. Now, add all the dry spice powders: turmeric, red chili, coriander, and cumin powder. Stir well and cook for another minute.

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   Combine and Simmer: Add the fried parwal and potatoes back to the pan. Season with salt and dry mango powder. Gently mix everything to ensure the vegetables are well-coated with the masala. Pour in 1/4 cup of water, stir, cover the pan, and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 7-8 minutes, or until the vegetables are fully cooked and tender. Stir once in between to prevent sticking.

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Ingredients

• 4 piece Large Egg (Bring to room temperature for a fluffier result.)
• 0.25 cup Red Onion (Finely chopped.)
• 0.25 cup Tomato (Deseeded and finely chopped.)
• 1 piece Green Chilli (Finely chopped. Adjust to your spice preference.)
• 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (Finely chopped, plus extra for garnish.)
• 0.25 tsp Turmeric Powder (Adds color and a mild earthy flavor.)
• 0.25 tsp Red Chilli Powder (Optional, for extra heat.)
• 0.25 tsp Garam Masala (For a warm, aromatic finish.)
• 2 tbsp Milk (Optional, helps make the omelette tender.)
• 0.5 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste.)
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground is best.)
• 2 tsp Ghee (Can be substituted with butter or oil.)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Egg Mixture

   • In a medium-sized bowl, crack the 4 eggs. Add the milk (if using), turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala, salt, and black pepper.
   • Using a fork or a whisk, beat the mixture vigorously for 1-2 minutes until it is light, well-combined, and slightly frothy. This incorporates air and is key to a fluffy omelette.
2. 2

   Add Vegetables

   • Add the finely chopped onion, deseeded tomato, green chilli, and coriander leaves to the whisked eggs.
   • Gently mix everything together until just combined. Avoid over-mixing at this stage.
3. 3

   Cook the First Omelette

   • Heat 1 teaspoon of ghee in an 8-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat. The pan is ready when a drop of water sizzles.
   • Pour half of the egg mixture into the pan. Swirl gently to spread it into an even circle.
   • Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the edges begin to set and the bottom is a light golden brown. You can lift an edge with a spatula to check.
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