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Afghani Cheese Omelette

Cultural Context

Originating from Afghanistan, the Afghani Cheese Omelette is a popular breakfast dish that reflects the region's love for hearty, flavorful meals. Traditionally enjoyed with bread, it showcases the use of fresh ingredients like herbs and spices, making it a nourishing start to the day. In modern times, this omelette has found its way into various global cuisines, often adapted with different cheeses and vegetables to suit local tastes.

AfghanAFmain
15 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
6 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheese
1 medium onion
1-2 green chilies
1 medium tomato
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 cloves garlic
1 medium bell pepper
1 tablespoon butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Feta provides a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

1

Beat eggs in a bowl until well mixed

2

Chop onion, green chili, and tomato finely

3

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering

4

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes

5

Stir in green chili and tomato, cooking for another 1-2 minutes

6

Add spices: salt, black pepper, turmeric, and cumin, mixing well

7

Pour beaten eggs over the sautéed mixture, tilting the pan to spread evenly

8

Cook until edges are set, about 3-4 minutes

9

Sprinkle cheese on one half of the omelette

10

Fold the omelette in half and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cheese melts

11

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

12

Serve hot with bread or flatbread

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Afghan OmeletteKhameer-e-Kashk

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