Rolex with Spinach and Mushrooms
The first time I had a rolex was at a cute little Ugandan cafe near my house. If you're not familiar, a rolex is like a veggie omelet rolled up in a chapati and is a popular on-the-go meal or snack in Uganda. Most rolexes feature cabbage, tomato and onion, but there are loads of variations.
I've eaten many rolexes at the cafe over the years, but I never thought to make one at home until I saw Kiano Moju's recipe in the LA Times. She flavors her rolex with garlic, spinach, avocado, bacon and tomato — a very respectable combo.
In this recipe, I followed Kiano’s methods, but stuffed the rolex with the leftovers I had in the fridge, mushrooms, spinach and green onions. This combination is savory, filling and perfect for spring or fall! Feel free to fill your rolex with whatever veggies or meats you have on hand!
Let me know what you think of the recipe and don’t forget to follow the sustainability tips below!
Time: 15 minutes
Makes: 1 rolex
Ingredients
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 packed cup spinach
2/3 cup mushrooms, chopped
I used a combination of shiitake and oyster mushrooms, but feel free to use your favorites
2 eggs
Salt
1 chapati, homemade or storebought
Methods
Heat about a tablespoon of olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the garlic, spinach, mushroom and green onion. Sauté until the spinach wilts and the mushrooms are cooked through. Transfer the veggies to a medium bowl.
Once the veggies are slightly cool, crack 2 eggs into the bowl. Use a fork to beat the eggs with the veggies. Season generously with salt.
Turn the stove to medium-high heat and add another tablespoon of oil. Once the pan is hot, pour the egg mixture into the pan and spread it in a single layer approximately the size of your chapati. Let cook for 15 seconds, then use a spatula to push the cooked egg toward the center of the pan, letting the uncooked egg spill out onto the pan. If the cooked egg sticks, add a bit more oil to the pan.
Once the omelet is cooked on the bottom but slightly runny on top, place the chapati on top. Press it gently into the eggs. Then, carefully flip the omelet. Let cook for about one more minute, until the omelet is cooked through. Remove the rolex from the pan and immediately roll it into a spiral. Eat up!
Sustainability Tips
Garlic, spinach, mushrooms and green onions: Make sure these are in season when you make this dish (spring is perfect in most places). This will make it easier to buy organically and as locally as possible. Buying organically and locally will ensure that your produce doesn't contribute to pesticide contamination or excessive greenhouse gas emissions during travel.
Egg: Local eggs are pretty easy to find in most regions. Buying locally means your eggs won't have to travel as far, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and energy use.