Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 small tomato, finely chopped (optional, for added flavor)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish
Optional: Flatbread or lavash for serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the vegetables
Wash and chop the spinach, slice the onion, and mince the garlic. If using tomato, dice it into small cubes.
2. Sauté the onions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they become soft and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add garlic and spices
Stir in the minced garlic, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the spices coat the onions evenly.
4. Cook the spinach
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. If using tomato, stir it in at this stage.
5. Add the eggs
Lower the heat to medium-low. Crack the eggs directly into the skillet over the spinach mixture. Gently stir the eggs into the vegetables, or leave them whole for a layered presentation. Cook until the eggs are set to your desired consistency, about 5 minutes.
6. Serve and garnish
Transfer the Persian omelette to a plate and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve hot with flatbread or lavash on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 omelette per person
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g