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Masala Skillet Scramble

By Zaynab Issa

4.8

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Masala Skillet Scramble served in a skillet with side of tortillas.
Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Pearl Jones, Prop Styling by Gözde Eker

Inspired by the masala omelet my mother made for breakfast every Saturday morning, this version reimagines her dish into an easy weeknight-friendly dinner. Be sure to cook down the onions and tomatoes until softened to avoid excess moisture in the final dish. Scrambling the eggs in broad strokes is vital in keeping the egg curds nice and fluffy. Serve taco-style or over crusty toast for a breakfast-for-dinner vibe. 

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