“Did you know a single egg contains over 200 mg of cholesterol? That’s nearly pushing your daily safe limit!” — Dr. Achyuthan Eswar
Eggs may be a breakfast staple for many, but they come with a baggage of risks from heart disease and stroke to even some types of cancers. As egg consumption increases, so does our risk.
So what if you could enjoy that same omelette experience - the soft, fluffy texture, the savory flavor - without any of the cholesterol, saturated fat, or animal protein?
Let me introduce you to this wholesome plant-based omelette - similar to a chilla, but enhanced to recreate that eggy texture and flavor.
Ingredients (Makes 3-4 omelettes)
- 1/4 cup besan (gram flour)
- 1/2 cup tofu or soya paneer, crumbled
- 2 tbsp cashew butter (or 6–8 soaked cashews)
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp black salt (kala namak) - this gives it the signature eggy flavor
- 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed for a pourable consistency)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, finely chopped
- 1 green chilli, minced (optional)
- A handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Make the Batter - In a blender, combine besan, crumbled tofu, cashew butter, turmeric, black salt, and water. Blend until smooth. You’re looking for a pourable pancake-like batter. It’s the trio of besan, tofu, and cashew butter that creates the magic egg-like texture. And black salt? That’s the secret to the eggy flavor!
- Add the Veggies - Stir in the chopped onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander leaves into your batter. Now your omelette mix is ready!
- Season the Tawa (Pan) - To make it oil-free, we’ll use a smart tip: season the pan first. Heat your tawa and rub a few drops of oil onto it using a cut potato or onion - just once, to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Omelette- Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the hot pan and spread it gently. Cook on medium flame until the top surface looks dry with no wet patches. This ensures it's cooked through.
- Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden spots appear. It’ll be softer than your usual chilla or dosa - that’s exactly what we want!
The Verdict 🍽
This omelette is soft, rich in flavor, and deliciously satisfying. The black salt gives it that uncanny eggy aroma, the veggies add crunch and freshness, and the texture? Pure comfort food.
“It’s delicious, with zero cruelty and zero cholesterol — which is my favorite part!” — Dr. Eswar
💪 Why You'll Love This Omelette
🧡 100% plant-based and cholesterol-free
✅ High in fiber, phytonutrients, and whole plant proteins
🧒🏽 Kid-friendly and quick to prepare
🥪 Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or any time of day
Why No Eggs?
Cholesterol: Eggs are the 1 source of cholesterol in the diet. Excess cholesterol contributes to clogged arteries and heart disease.
Animal Protein & Saturated Fat: Increasing evidence links animal proteins and saturated fats to inflammation, cancer, and insulin resistance.
Cravings & Habits: This recipe helps you retrain your taste buds for something just as satisfying - without the risks.
Experiment & Enjoy!
Try it as-is, or get creative - sandwich it, roll it up with chutney, or use it as a base for a breakfast wrap. What’s the worst that could happen? It doesn’t taste perfect? No problem - adjust and try again!
Your next favorite breakfast might just be a batter away.
Stay healthy, stay happy, and as always, be blessed.
- Dr. Achyuthan Eswar
Co-founder, NutritionScience.in & SampoornaAhara.com