Kolkata Egg Roll

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Ingredients

4	large eggs
4	parathas (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup	thinly sliced onions
1 cup	sliced cucumber
1 cup	sliced tomatoes
2 tablespoons	chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon	black salt
1 teaspoon	chaat masala
2 tablespoons	vegetable oil
1 tablespoon	lemon juice
—	salt to taste
—	ketchup or green chutney (optional)

Instructions

1. 1 In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt until well combined.
2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
3. 3 Pour half of the beaten eggs into the pan, swirling to spread evenly.
4. 4 Place one paratha on top of the egg mixture while it's still wet, pressing gently.
5. 5 Cook until the egg is set and the paratha is golden, then flip and cook the other side for another minute.
6. 6 Remove the egg-wrapped paratha from the pan and repeat with the remaining eggs and parathas.
7. 7 In a separate bowl, mix the sliced onions, cucumber, tomatoes, green chilies, black salt, chaat masala, and lemon juice.
8. 8 Place the egg paratha on a plate, egg side up, and add a generous amount of the onion mixture along the center.
9. 9 Drizzle with ketchup or green chutney if using.
10. 10 Roll the paratha tightly around the filling and wrap one end in parchment paper or foil to hold it together.
11. 11 Repeat with the remaining parathas and serve immediately.