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Savory Bombay Toast (Masala Toast)

Savory Bombay toast (Indian masala French toast) with a kick of jalapenos and earthy Indian notes - enjoy and think of the monsoon rain!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 slices
Calories: 237 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

For the egg mixture:
  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ cup milk subsitute with almond milk for vegan version
For the toast:
  • 1 Jalapeño adjust to your spice tolerance
  • ¼ Red Onions medium size, chopped finely
  • 2-3 prigs cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoon cheddar cheese grated fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper or a couple of twists, to your liking
  • 2 tablespoon butter split evenly across each slice
  • 4 lices bread preferably brioche

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl (shallow and wide enough to hold a full slice of bread) - whisk eggs and milk together
  2. Add finely chopped jalapenos, red onions, and cilantro and whisk well
  3. Add shredded cheddar cheese along with salt and pepper and mix well
  4. Heat a cast iron skillet (or pan) on low to medium flame - melt butter
  5. Dip a slice of bread in this egg mixture and place on the pan - cook for about 3 minutes until the bottom is brown
  6. Flip over and cook for another 3 minutes until the other side is brown
  7. If you want, add more cheese to the top and garnish with more fresh cilantro - serve hot!

Notes

  • Judging the bread to egg mixture ratio is an art form. You want to get it fully drenched but not too soggy. But here's the thing - this recipe is super forgiving. I've made plenty a gloppy mess, and it still tastes delish.
  • Cooking on low to medium heat is really important. If you cook too high, then you risk burning the bread without cooking the eggs properly. Don't heat up beyond a medium flame, and use a cast iron pan if you can - it spreads heat more evenly (though it takes longer to warm up)
  • I typically use a buttery bread like brioche or challah for my French toasts - but any bread would work. The history of this dish is actually from stale bread - so use 'em up!

Nutrition Information

Calories 237kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 151mg (50%) Sodium 873mg (36%) Potassium 189mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 617IU (12%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 169mg (17%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4slices

Amount Per Serving

Calories 237

% Daily Value*

Calories 237kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 151mg 50%
Sodium 873mg 36%
Potassium 189mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 617IU 12%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 169mg 17%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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