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Irresistible Savory French Toast with Fresh Herbs Recipe

Enjoy a savory twist on classic French toast with fresh herbs, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 8 slices Challah Bread 1-2 days old recommended
  • 1 cup Almond Milk or any milk of your choice
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped, or chives
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or dried thyme if fresh isn't available
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or onion powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper to taste
For Frying
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or a mix of butter and oil
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Arugula
  • 1 whole Avocado sliced
  • 2 large Eggs fried or soft-boiled

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes and add vegetable oil to coat the bottom.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, almond milk, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Slice the challah bread into thick pieces and dip each slice into the egg mixture for 10-30 seconds.
  4. Cook soaked bread slices in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Serve topped with arugula, avocado slices, and optionally a fried or soft-boiled egg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, soak bread properly and avoid overcrowding the skillet while frying.

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