Egyptian Omelet Eggah

Delight your taste buds with Egyptian Omelet Eggah, a flavorful and herbaceous twist on the classic omelet. Packed with fresh parsley, dill, cilantro, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, this traditional dish is a celebration of bold Mediterranean flavors. Whipped eggs are combined with finely minced onion and a touch of flour for a fluffy, satisfying texture, then baked to golden perfection in an oven-safe skillet. Effortlessly impressive, this dish transitions from stovetop to oven in mere minutes, making it an ideal choice for brunch, a light lunch, or even a quick dinner. Serve it warm or at room temperature with fresh pita bread or a crisp side salad for an authentic taste of Egypt that’s as versatile as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped fresh dill
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup, finely minced white onion
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If using a stovetop-safe baking dish, place it in the oven while preheating.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them well until uniform and frothy.

Step 3

Add the chopped parsley, dill, cilantro, and minced onion to the eggs. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the egg mixture and whisk thoroughly to ensure there are no lumps.

Step 5

Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an 8-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Swirl the oil around to coat the bottom and sides of the skillet.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture into the heated skillet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the stovetop until the edges start to set.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the top of the omelet is puffed and golden brown.

Step 9

To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the eggah. If it comes out clean, it’s ready.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature, accompanied by warm pita bread or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	482.4 grams (482.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	811

Total Fat 58.10g	74%
Saturated Fat 13.90g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1116mg	372%
Sodium 2823mg	123%
Total Carbohydrate 27.70g	10%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 5.00g
Protein 42.40g	85%

Vitamin D 246IU	1230%
Calcium 301mg	23%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 1027mg	22%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.1%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 13.8%