Omani Maqliya bil Beid
Omani Fried Eggs
A simple yet flavorful Omani breakfast dish featuring eggs fried with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. It's often served with Omani bread.
๐ง Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp Coriander powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro(chopped, for garnish)
๐จโ๐ณ Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in chopped tomatoes, turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until tomatoes soften and the mixture is well combined, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Make wells in the tomato and onion mixture and crack the eggs directly into them. Cover the skillet and cook until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your desired doneness, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with Omani bread.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โFor a spicier version, add a pinch of chili flakes with the other spices.
- โEnsure the skillet is covered while the eggs cook to help them steam and cook through.
โจ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add some crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
- Include finely chopped bell peppers along with the onions.