This savory Indian egg dish, made with chili pepper and ginger among other ingredients, is sure to add some spice to your day.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Makes: 2 servings
Ingredients
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Eggs |
3
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Egg whites |
4
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Red chili powder (optional) |
1/4 tsp (1 mL)
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Canola oil |
1 tsp (5 mL)
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Green chili pepper, chopped |
1
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Chopped onion |
1/2 cup (125 mL)
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Chopped tomato |
1 cup (250 mL)
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Frozen peas |
1 cup (250 mL)
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Piece of ginger, grated |
1 inch (2.5 cm)
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Garam masala powder |
1/2 tsp (2 mL) |
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Chopped fresh cilantro |
1 tsp (5 mL)
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Directions
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Beat eggs and egg whites in a bowl. Add the chili powder, if using. Set aside.
In a fry pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the chili pepper and onion and cook until soft. About 3 minutes.
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Add the tomatoes, peas, ginger and garam masala. Cook for 3 minutes.
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Add the egg mixture and stir while cooking for 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve immediately.
© – Reproduced with permission of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, 2007.
Nutrition Information per serving ( 1 1/2 cups/375 mL):
Calories: 273kcal
Protein: 22 g
Fat: 11 g
Carbohydrate: 23 g
Fibre: 6 g
Sodium: 302 mg
Calcium: 87 mg
Iron: 3 mg
Last Update – September 29, 2017