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 Matri omelette served in Aligarh | |
| Type | Bread with egg filling |
|---|---|
| Course | Breakfast, snack |
| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh |
| Main ingredients | Matri, eggs, onions, chilies, spices |
Matri omelette is a breakfast dish from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India, consisting of a matri, a crisp, slightly sweet baked bread filled with a freshly prepared omelette.[1][2] The dish is popular among students and residents of the city, particularly those associated with Aligarh Muslim University (AMU). [3]
History
[edit]According to local oral histories and interviews with bakers, the matri was introduced to Aligarh in the early 20th century by Latif Khan, a Pashtun baker from Gorakhpur who had worked for the British Army.[4][2] He established a bakery in Sarai Hakim, adapting techniques to create the crisp, layered bread.[2]
Bakeries such as Bharat Bakery and Khurram Papey became associated with matri production during the mid-20th century, with newer establishments like Azad Bakery continuing the tradition.[2] The combination of matri with an omelette is reported to have originated when an AMU student used matri in place of bread for an omelette sandwich, a practice that became common in student hostels.[1]
Preparation
[edit]Matri is prepared from wheat flour, ghee, and sugar, flavoured with spices such as cardamom and nutmeg.[1] The dough is kneaded, rolled, and baked for several hours, sometimes up to sixteen, to achieve its texture.[2]
For the matri omelette, a freshly cooked omelette, often with onions, chilies, and local spices, is placed between two matris. Variations may include butter or cheese.[4]
Cultural presence
[edit]The dish is a common feature in local markets and is frequently consumed by AMU students.[3] It has been featured in local media, food blogs, and culinary heritage projects documenting traditional foods of Uttar Pradesh.[1][2]
Preservation
[edit]Local reports note a decline in traditional matri production due to changes in consumer preferences and the time-intensive nature of its preparation.[4] Some entrepreneurs and food enthusiasts have promoted the dish through cafes and online media to sustain its popularity.[1]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e "The Matri Makers of Aligarh". Enthucutlet. 7 May 2023. Retrieved 12 August 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f "The 'Matri'-Makers of Aligarh". TwoCircles.net. 22 May 2019. Retrieved 12 August 2025.
- ^ a b Khan, Zeyad Masroor (5 July 2016). "Breaking the invisible door at Aligarh Muslim University". Reuters. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ a b c "Tales of Taste: Matri Omelette". Tawarikh Khwani. 2 May 2020. Retrieved 12 August 2025.