Egg Kothu Parotta
Scrambled eggs mixed with shredded parotta, spices, and vegetables, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying dish. It's a popular street food in Chennai.
Cuisines
Madras
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 4 | parottas |
| 3 | eggs |
| 2 tablespoons | oil |
| 1 cup | onion, finely chopped |
| 1 cup | tomato, finely chopped |
| 2 tablespoons | ginger-garlic paste |
| 2 | green chilies, finely chopped |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 teaspoon | garam masala |
| 1 | handful of curry leaves |
| 2 tablespoons | coriander leaves, chopped |
| — | salt to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- 2 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 3 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
- 4 Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
- 5 Mix in the red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
- 6 Add the curry leaves and mix well.
- 7 Push the masala to one side of the pan and crack the eggs into the empty space.
- 8 Scramble the eggs lightly and cook until they are just set.
- 9 Tear the parottas into small pieces and add them to the pan.
- 10 Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the parotta pieces are well coated with the masala and eggs.
- 11 Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 12 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Tips
For an authentic taste, use freshly made parottas if possible. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of green chilies and red chili powder.