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A classic Goan street food snack! This savory, eggless pancake is made with chickpea flour, tomatoes, and onions, creating a delicious and filling vegetarian omelette. Perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
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Incorporate Vegetables
Cook the Omelette
A classic Goan street food snack! This savory, eggless pancake is made with chickpea flour, tomatoes, and onions, creating a delicious and filling vegetarian omelette. Perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
This goan recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 304.89 calories per serving with 9.49g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or snack or lunch.
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Serve Hot
Incorporate other finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers (capsicum), grated carrots, or sweet corn into the batter for added nutrition and flavor.
For a modern twist, sprinkle some grated cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella) on top of the omelette after flipping it. Cook until the cheese is melted.
Serve the prepared tomato omelette in a bowl and pour a generous amount of a spicy Goan curry (like chicken xacuti or a chickpea curry, known as 'ros') over it. This is a popular Goan street food dish.
Add a pinch of garam masala or chaat masala to the batter for an extra layer of flavor.
Besan (chickpea flour) is an excellent source of vegetarian protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function. It also helps in keeping you full for longer.
The combination of besan and vegetables provides a significant amount of dietary fiber. Fiber aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
This omelette is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which release energy slowly, preventing sudden spikes in blood sugar and providing sustained fuel for your body.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant, while onions, ginger, and coriander provide various vitamins and minerals that support the immune system and overall health.
Yes, it is quite healthy. It's made from besan (chickpea flour), which is rich in plant-based protein and dietary fiber. The addition of fresh vegetables like tomatoes and onions provides essential vitamins and antioxidants. It's also naturally vegetarian and can be made gluten-free.
A single Goan Tomato Omelette, made according to this recipe, contains approximately 230-280 calories. The exact count can vary based on the amount of oil used and the size of the omelette.
There could be a few reasons. The batter might be too thin; try adding a tablespoon of besan to thicken it. Alternatively, you may not have cooked the first side long enough; wait until the top surface looks dry and the edges lift easily. Using a non-stick pan and enough oil also helps prevent sticking and breaking.
Yes, this recipe is almost entirely gluten-free. The main ingredients, besan and vegetables, are naturally gluten-free. The only ingredient to check is hing (asafoetida), as some commercial brands mix it with wheat flour. Ensure you use a certified gluten-free hing.
Store any leftover tomato omelettes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, place them on a warm tawa or skillet for a minute or two on each side until heated through. Microwaving can make them soft, so reheating on a tawa is recommended to retain some crispness.
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