Chirbuli - Spicy Nepalese Scrambled Eggs

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 4g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. 3.
   Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
4. 4.
   Add diced tomatoes, green bell pepper, and green chilies. Cook until the vegetables soften.
5. 5.
   In a bowl, whisk the eggs with cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
6. 6.
   Pour the egg mixture into the pan and scramble it with the vegetables.
7. 7.
   Cook until the eggs are fully cooked and the flavors are well combined.
8. 8.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
9. 9.
   Serve hot with roti or rice.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Eggs — Ensure that the eggs are at room temperature before whisking them to achieve a fluffy texture in the scrambled eggs.
• Green chilies — Adjust the quantity of green chilies according to your spice preference. For a milder version, remove the seeds before chopping.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a pinch of garam masala or Nepalese spice blend to the dish.
• Serve Chirbuli with a side of yogurt or raita to balance the spiciness.
• Experiment with different vegetables like mushrooms or spinach to add variety to the dish.
• If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add a splash of milk to the egg mixture before scrambling.
• To make it a heartier meal, serve Chirbuli with a side of naan bread or paratha.

Serving advice

Serve Chirbuli hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves. Accompany it with roti or rice for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Present Chirbuli in a colorful dish to highlight the vibrant vegetables. Sprinkle some additional chopped green chilies or cilantro leaves on top for an appealing presentation.