Savory Masala French Toast with Turmeric & Chili
Masala French Toast, or Savory Bombay Toast, is a spiced Indian twist on classic French toast. Made with onions, chilies, cilantro, turmeric, and eggs, it’s a flavorful and satisfying breakfast or brunch dish ready in just 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
1 green chili, finely minced (or jalapeño)
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 tablespoons milk or water
2 slices bread (sourdough, multigrain, or whole wheat)
1 teaspoon oil (for frying)
To serve: ketchup and cilantro-mint chutney
Instructions
- In a wide bowl, whisk together onion, green chili, turmeric, salt, cilantro, and milk. Add eggs and whisk until combined.
- Dip one slice of bread into the mixture, pressing lightly so it absorbs the flavors. Flip and coat the other side.
- Heat ½ teaspoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place coated bread in the skillet and spoon some extra onion mixture on top.
- Cook for 1 minute, or until golden brown on the bottom. Flip and cook the other side until golden.
- Repeat with the second slice. Serve hot with ketchup and green chutney.
Notes
- Don’t soak bread too long—just dip and coat to avoid sogginess.
- For extra spice, add red chili powder or more green chilies.
- Sprinkle cheese on top before flipping for a cheesy twist.
- Best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 1 day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
