Vegan french toast is something so many people requested that I was happy to create this recipe. A few months ago I shared my Masala French Toast recipe that SO many of you enjoyed. I got several requests for an egg-less version and so here it is! This perfectly spiced vegan variation uses a besan (gram flour) batter for earthy delicious flavors. Enter your email & I’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from me every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Minstry of Curry
Besan
The secret to making a savory french toast is the Besan or gram flour. Besan or gram flour is a fine flour made of chana dal or split brown chickpeas. It is much finer than the chickpea flour available in US grocery stores. Gluten-free, protein-packed besan is a staple in Indian cuisine. It is a key ingredient to make delicious pakoras and also desserts such as Besan Laddu. When mixed in water, the besan batters make for a perfect base to use in place of eggs for breakfast recipes such as vegan omelets (Besan Chella) as well as in savory masala toast. Ready in under 20 mins, this Indian-style masala french toast is also perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. A healthier version of Indian Bread Pakora, this pan-fried savory masala toast uses very little oil and tastes incredible with all of the warm spices. Although enjoyed hot, they also taste good at room temperature and are perfect for school or work lunches.
Tips
Here are some of my pro tips to make the best savory vegan french toast:
Instructions
Here are my step-by-step instructions with photos to show you each step. All of the steps and the ingredients are in the printable recipe card just a little further down in this post.
Add besan to a wide mixing bowl and break any lumps (photo 1). Stir in half of the water and mix well to form a smooth paste and then add the remaining water to make a flowy batter (photo 2). Add salt, turmeric, green chili, ginger and garlic paste, onions, and cilantro (photo 3). Mix well. Optionally you may stir in red chili flakes for extra spice (photo 4).
Dip one sliced bread in the batter and press down with a spoon so the bread soaks the batter. Turn the bread over gently, press down and spoon over some batter on the top side (photo 5). Heat a non-stick skillet at medium heat and spread 1 teaspoon of oil. Place the soaked bread slice on the skillet and spread over 1 to 2 spoonfuls of batter on top. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the bottom side is golden brown (photo 6). Carefully flip over the bread and cook on the other side for 3 to 4 minutes. Add a teaspoon of oil to the sides of the bread (photo 7). Take out and when both sides turn golden brown (photo 8).
Serving
Serve hot with ketchup, spicy green chutney, and a hot cup of Ginger Chai in the cooler months or a glass of chilled lemonade when the weather is warmer.
Storing
Although the savory french toast is best served immediately, you can also make them ahead. They will stay good at room temperature for a day or keep them refrigerated for 2 to 3 days. Reheat on a stovetop pan. Did you enjoy this quick and easy Indian Breakfast? Here are some more vegetarian breakfast recipes to try:
Poha - Savory flattened rice cooked with onions, potatoes, and warming spices Thalipeeth - Delicious Maharashtrian savory multigrain pancakes Chutney Sandwich – Easy to make famous Bombay sandwich Methi Thepla – Savory fresh fenugreek parathas with sweet potatoes Kale Parathas – Savory Indian flatbreads are the best way to eat kale No Ferment Dosa – Easy twist to South Indian Dosa
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