BALALEET

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A dish of sugared vermicelli and eggs, balaleet is a popular lower Gulf breakfast item. Martha transforms it into a crunchy-tender, sweet-and-salty omelet.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons ghee, plus more for eggs
2 small shallots, sliced into rings
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for eggs
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
2 1/2 cups broken wheat vermicelli (Middle Eastern variety)
Large pinch of saffron threads
2 cups boiling water
1/4 cup sugar
12 large eggs
1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons ghee in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add the shallots and cook until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. In the same skillet, add onion, season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook until deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. Add cardamom and cook for 1 minute.
  • Meanwhile, melt 3 tablespoons ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Add vermicelli and cook until golden brown. Add the saffron, boiling water, and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, until the vermicelli is cooked and the water has evaporated, about 4 minutes. Stir in sugar and cook until sugar has melted and has been absorbed by the noodles, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the cooked onion. Set aside; keep warm.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon ghee in a nonstick skillet over low. Whisk 2 eggs with 1 tablespoon water until well combined, then add to the skillet and season with salt. Cook, without stirring, until the eggs are just set but not brown, about 2 minutes. Top the eggs with some of the reserved noodles and fold to enclose, as desired. Transfer to a plate and top with some of the reserved fried shallots and chopped parsley. Repeat with the remaining eggs, vermicelli, shallots, and parsley, adding more ghee to skillet as needed.

Rai Arslan
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I'm not a huge fan of vermicelli, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


Casore's Den
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I made this for breakfast and it was a big hit! My kids loved it.


Jimmy Trevino
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Beejay duckhunter
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My family loved this dish! It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Jahanzaib Arif
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Enoch Yadabut
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I love the crispy texture of the vermicelli in this dish.


MD MAHABUB ULLAH
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This is my new favorite breakfast recipe! The balaleet is so flavorful and satisfying, and it's a great way to start the day.


Baby Diva
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The balaleet came out great! The vermicelli was cooked perfectly and the eggs were fluffy. I added a bit of extra salt and pepper to taste.


DEATH POOL DEATH POOL
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make a delicious balaleet that my whole family enjoyed.


sushma pyakurel
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The balaleet turned out perfectly, with a fluffy texture and a delicious caramelized flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Vipin Arya
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Balaleet was a delight to make and even better to eat! The combination of vermicelli, eggs, and onions was simple yet incredibly flavorful. I especially enjoyed the crispy texture of the vermicelli.