Ras Omelette is a popular street food from Goa. Traditionally this is a meat based dish but this is a vegetarian version. So, instead of serving the omelette with xacuti gravy, it uses a spicy tomato gravy.
Ross omelette is a favorite with Goan locals as a nighttime fuel after their dancing sessions. But this is a hearty protein rich dish that is great to make at any time of the day.
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About the recipe
I love recreating popular street food right at home. This gives me a chance to convert traditionally meat based recipes into vegetarian ones. Some of my favorite this chilli parotta from Kerala and this bhel puri with Mumbai.
Today I have a popular street food recipe from Goa. Ras omelette aka ros omelette is a local favorite that is sold on food carts that line the streets of Goa. Ros means "gravy" in Hindi and it is this spicy element that makes this a unique specialty of the region.
Omelette is served in a spicy tomato gravy or with xacuti for the meat eaters along with some pav on the side. The coconut milk in the gravy gives it a tropical vibe and the tomatoes and chilies add depth and heat. Ross omelette is a hearty, comforting dish that is great to enjoy for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The fluffy omelette with the spicy ras and the pav is a great combination. Do try this protein rich dish - make it with meat or vegetarian or vegan.
Ingredients
For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.
Here are the ingredients you need to make ross omelette:
- For the omelet
- Eggs ~ I generally use large eggs.
- Onions and green chilies.
- Red chili powder and salt.
Here's what you need to make the spicy tomato sauce:
- Tomato puree ~ either store bought or puree some fresh tomatoes. I sometimes use store bought tomato sauce.
- Onion, ginger+garlic paste.
- Coconut milk ~ either full fat or light will work here.
- Spices ~ turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala and salt.
Instructions
For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.
Here is how to make rass omelette recipe:
Make Ras
Heat oil in a large pan on medium heat. Add the onions and ginger+garlic paste. Cook until the onions are lightly browned around the edges, about 5~6 minutes.
Add the tomato puree, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala and salt; cover and cook for 5~6 minutes. Add ½ cup of water, if the mixture looks too thick.
Stir in coconut milk and simmer for 3~4 minutes. Add more water to make a thick, yet pourable gravy. Keep the ras warm while you make the omelette.
Make Omelette
In a small bowl, whisk 2 eggs with ¼ teaspoon red chili powder and salt.
Heat 1½ teaspoons oil in a medium size nonstick pan. Add quarter of the chopped onions, some of the green chilies and cook till the onions are tender.
Pour the egg mixture and cook till set. Flip the omelet gently and cook for another minute. Remove from pan and repeat with the remaining eggs.
Serve ros omelette immediately and enjoy!!
Expert Tips
- Feel free to store bought tomato puree or tomato sauce. Or you can puree about 4~5 medium tomatoes and use.
- Either full fat or light coconut milk will work in the recipe.
- Make tomato gravy up to 4 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
- There are 2 ways to serve ross omelette:
- Place the omelet on the plate and then top it with the sauce.
- Or place some sauce on a plate and then place a folded omelet on it.
- Instead of sautéing onions and then adding the whisked eggs, you can add the onions to the eggs and make the omelet.
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Recipe Card
Ras Omlette
Ingredients
For the Ras:
- 2 tablespoons Oil, preferably coconut oil
- 1 Large Onion, finely chopped
- 1½ teaspoons Ginger+garlic paste
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric
- 1½ cups Tomato puree (from about 4~5 medium tomatoes)
- ½~1 cup Water
- 1½ teaspoons Red Chili powder (adjust as per taste preference)
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- To taste Salt
- 1 cup Coconut milk (regular or light)
For the Omelette:
- 8 Large Eggs, whisked
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 1 Small Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Green Chilies, finely chopped
- 1¼ teaspoons Red chili powder
- To taste Salt
To Serve:
- 4 Pav
- 1 Small Red Onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped
- 4 Lime wedges
Instructions
Make Ras:
- Heat oil in a large pan on medium heat. Add the onions and ginger+garlic paste. Cook until the onions are lightly browned around the edges, about 5~6 minutes.2 tablespoons Oil, preferably coconut oil, 1 Large Onion, finely chopped, 1½ teaspoons Ginger+garlic paste, ½ teaspoon Turmeric
- Add the tomato puree, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala and salt; cover and cook for 5~6 minutes. Add ½ cup of water, if the mixture looks too thick.1½ cups Tomato puree (from about 4~5 medium tomatoes), ½~1 cup Water, 1½ teaspoons Red Chili powder (adjust as per taste preference), 1 teaspoon Garam masala, To taste Salt
- Stir in coconut milk and simmer for 3~4 minutes. Add more water to make a thick, yet pourable gravy. Keep the ras warm while you make the omelette.1 cup Coconut milk (regular or light)
Make Omelette:
- In a small bowl, whisk 2 eggs with ¼ teaspoon red chili powder and salt.8 Large Eggs, whisked
- Heat 1½ teaspoons oil in a medium size nonstick pan. Add quarter of the chopped onions, some of the green chilies and cook till the onions are tender. Pour the egg mixture and cook till set. Flip the omelet gently and cook for another minute. Remove from pan and repeat with the remaining eggs.2 tablespoons Oil, 1 Small Onion, finely chopped, 2 Green Chilies, finely chopped, 1¼ teaspoons Red chili powder, To taste Salt
To Serve:
- Place the omelette on a serving plate. Pour some ras on top and garnish with chopped onions, cilantro and lime wedges. Enjoy!!4 Pav, 1 Small Red Onion, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped, 4 Lime wedges
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Notes
- Feel free to store bought tomato puree or tomato sauce. Or you can puree about 4~5 medium tomatoes and use.
- Either full fat or light coconut milk will work in the recipe.
- Make tomato gravy up to 4 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
- There are 2 ways to serve ross omelette:
- Place the omelet on the plate and then top it with the sauce.
- Or place some sauce on a plate and then place a folded omelet on it.
- Instead of sautéing onions and then adding the whisked eggs, you can add the onions to the eggs and make the omelet.
Harini
It is a unique way to serve omelette, right? The gravy looks very tempting.
Srividhya Gopalakrishnan
That ras with tomato puree and coconut milk seems so versatile. I think it would be a perfect base for many recipes. With omelette it makes it very filling. 🙂 Good find Pavani.
Vaishali
Wow ! Even though I am a vegetarian I love this concept , it sounds like a great meal for those eating eggs . Sindhis make a similar curry with Besan chillas , let me make this into a veg version !
Awesome pick .
Sharmila - The Happie Friends Potpourri Corner
Lovely .. Makes me drool already!! Tomato and coconut milk goes very well together!!
kalyani
making it vegan (or egg free) is such a wonderful idea ! I love such protein rich dishes which can double up as a meal itself. You r so right, pavani - the internet has indeed shrunk the global eats village. lovely find for street food theme
Priya Suresh
Wowwing here, what an absolutely delicious Ras omelette, seriously this Goan street food tempts me alot. And with an omelette am sure this ras omelette will be a super satisfying dish to fill some hungry tummies happily.
Sandhiya
Omg, what a interesting way of serving omelette from Goa. It looks so delicious, Pavani. I'm sure that i would love this, bookmarked to try!!!
Gayathri Kumar
Wow! This is an amazing dish and would make a quite filling meal. Love the combination of ras, omelette and pav.
sapna
I too bookmarked it from Vidyas space and loved her vegan version . The omelette makes it a protein packed and flavorful dish.
Mayuri Patel
I too have bookmarked this recipe from Vidya's blog. Its an interesting combination omelette and ras. Its a wholesome meal.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan
What a fun recipe this is and I have not heard of it . The omelettes dunked in the ras looks so delicious.
Suma Gandlur
A filling, nutritious meal for egg lovers. I had to try the eggless version soon.
Manjula Bharath
wow this such an amazing recipe.. Ras looks so tempting and such an amazing street food you found !!
Padmajha PJ
It's dinner time and I am extra hungry now!You pictures literally make me want to grab the bowl off the screen[I know I say this a lot when I see your pics :)]. The vegetarian version sounds extremely yum!