Masala Veg Bread Fry

Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make Masala Veg Bread Fry for breakfast, packed with vibrant Indian flavors and vegetables. This vegetarian recipe makes for a perfect morning treat that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

#### Ingredients:

- 4 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)

- 1 small onion, finely chopped

- 1 small tomato, finely chopped

- 1 small bell pepper, finely chopped

- 1 small carrot, grated

- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)

- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

- Salt to taste

- 2-3 tablespoons oil or ghee for frying

#### Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Vegetable Masala**:

    - In a medium bowl, combine the chopped onion, tomato, bell pepper, grated carrot, green chili, and cilantro.

    - Mix in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.

2. **Coat the Bread**:

    - Take each slice of bread and evenly spread the vegetable masala mixture on one side of each slice.

3. **Fry the Bread**:

    - Heat oil or ghee in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

    - Once hot, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

    - Place the masala-coated side of the bread down in the pan.

    - Fry for 2-3 minutes, pressing lightly with a spatula to ensure the vegetables stick to the bread and cook well.

    - Flip the bread and fry the other side until golden brown and crispy.

4. **Serve**:

    - Remove the fried bread from the pan and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

    - Serve hot with ketchup, green chutney, or yogurt.