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Persian Omelette (Nargesi) Recipe


  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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