East African “French” Toast

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 1
East African 'French' Toast recipe with a twist
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 eggs
1/4 cup milk
garlic powder ( optional )
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 green chile peppers , sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
8 slices bread
1 teaspoon butter , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
329
Sugar
4g
Fat
20g
East African 'French' Toast, also known as Mandazi French Toast, is a tasty spin on classic breakfast French toast. Originating from East Africa, this recipe adds fresh vegetables and spices to the traditional egg and bread dish. With a hint of heat from the chile peppers and a burst of freshness from the tomato and cilantro, this unique twist on the breakfast staple is a great way to start your day with a warm and hearty meal. Plus, the added veggies bring extra flavor and nutrition to the dish.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
2.Add the chopped tomato, onion, green chile peppers, and cilantro to the egg mixture and stir until well combined.
3.Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
4.Dip the bread slices into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
5.Place the bread in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
6.Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

PROS

This recipe puts a fun and flavorful twist on traditional French toast.

It’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings or spices.

The addition of vegetables adds extra nutrients to your breakfast.

CONS

The bread can quickly become soggy if it’s dunked in the egg mixture for too long.

The addition of vegetables may not be appealing to picky eaters or those who prefer their French toast on the sweeter side.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This East African ‘French’ Toast recipe packs a nutritional punch with the addition of vegetables.
Tomatoes are high in vitamin C and potassium, onions are packed with antioxidants, and green chile peppers are loaded with vitamin A and capsaicin, which has been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation. Eggs are also an excellent source of protein.

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