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A plate of savory Masala French Toast slices, golden brown and topped with fresh green herbs and red chili flakes.
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Spicy Masala French Toast

This savory Masala French Toast recipe offers a delightful Indian twist on a classic breakfast, featuring eggs whisked with aromatic spices, finely chopped onions, fresh coriander, and green chilies. It's a flavorful and satisfying start to your day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Masala Batter
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tbsp milk or water
  • 1 tbsp gram flour (besan), optional, for extra crispness
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder (jeera powder)
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder (dhania powder)
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 green chili finely minced (deseed for less heat)
  • 1/4 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
For Assembly & Frying
  • 4 slices bread white or brown, medium-thick
  • 2 tbsp oil or butter, for frying

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Frying Pan (Skillet)
  • Spatula
  • Chopping board
  • Knife

Method
 

Prepare the Batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, crack the two eggs. Add milk (or water) and whisk vigorously until well combined and slightly frothy.
  2. To the egg mixture, add gram flour (if using), red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and black pepper. Whisk again until there are no lumps and the spices are evenly distributed.
  3. Stir in the finely minced green chili, finely chopped onion, and fresh chopped coriander. Mix well to combine all the ingredients into a fragrant, savory batter.
Cook the French Toast
  1. Place a frying pan or skillet over medium heat. Add about 1 teaspoon of oil or butter and let it heat up until shimmering.
  2. Carefully dip one slice of bread into the masala egg batter, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated. Do not let it soak too long, or the bread might become soggy.
  3. Transfer the coated bread slice to the hot pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Add more oil or butter as needed for subsequent slices.
Serving
  1. Remove the cooked Masala French Toast from the pan. Repeat with the remaining bread slices. Serve immediately with ketchup, chutney, or a side of yogurt.

Notes

Spice Level: Adjust the amount of green chili and red chili powder according to your preference. For less heat, remove the seeds from the green chili.
Bread Choice: While white bread is traditional, you can use whole wheat or multigrain bread for a healthier option. Medium-thick slices work best.
Gram Flour (Besan): Adding a small amount of gram flour helps create a slightly crispier exterior and prevents the bread from absorbing too much oil.
Serving Suggestions: This Masala French Toast is delicious on its own or paired with a simple tomato ketchup, a spicy green chutney, or a cooling raita.