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“Elegant Nigerian Vegetarian Omelette Platter with Mixed Veggies, Plant-Based Sausage, and Fried Plantains”

Discover a delicious and visually stunning Nigerian vegetarian breakfast recipe featuring a flavorful omelette with mixed vegetables, plant-based sausages, and crispy fried plantains. This advanced-level dish offers a sensory feast with its enticing aroma, rich mouthfeel, and elegant plating.

🕒 Prep - 15 mins, Cook - 20 mins, Total - 35 mins
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Nigerian, Vegetarian

Allergens

Eggs

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 large eggs 2. 1/4 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, onions, tomatoes) 3. 2 plant
  • based sausages 4. 2 ripe plantains 5. 1 tbsp vegetable oil 6. Salt and pepper to taste 7. Optional: hot sauce or chili flakes for added spice

Instructions

  1. Slice the plantains into thin rounds, about half an inch thick, and set aside.
  2. Heat a pan with oil over medium heat. Add the plantains and fry until golden brown on both sides, approximately 5 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In another pan, cook the plant based sausages according to package instructions.
  4. Whisk the eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper. Heat a non stick pan over medium heat. Add the whisked eggs and cook until set but still slightly runny. Remove from the pan and fold in half.
  5. In a separate pan, sauté the mixed vegetables until softened. Season with salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce or chili flakes for added spice.
  6. To plate, place the folded omelette on one side of the dish, followed by the cooked plant based sausages and sautéed mixed vegetables. Arrange the fried plantains around the omelette to complete your vegetarian Nigerian breakfast platter.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors in this dish showcases the diversity of Nigerian cuisine while catering to vegetarian preferences.

Notes

Consider adding a side of jollof rice or traditional pounded yam for a more complete meal.

Cultural or Historical Background

Vegetarianism is practiced by some religious groups and individuals in Nigeria, with plant-based alternatives becoming more popular for non-vegetarians as well.