Kerala Traditional Egg Omelette | Nadan Mutta Omelette
Sweet, rich, and deeply satisfying — this is the snack that shows up at every Kerala celebration, temple festival, and Onam Sadya. Made with jaggery, coconut, and patience.
Ingredientsfor 1 servings
- 2 nos Eggs
- 5 nos Shallots — chopped
- 2 nos Green chillies — chopped
- Curry leaves, a few
- 1 tbsp Coconut — grated
- 1/2 tsp Chilly flakes
- 2 tbsp Milk You can use either coconut milk or cow milk
- 1 tbsp Coconut oil
- Salt, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Rub chopped shallots, green chillies and curry leaves with your hand.
Step 2
Add grated coconut and chilly flakes into it.
Step 3
Add this mixture into a glass.
Step 4
Break 2 eggs and add into the glass.
Step 5
Pour milk.
Step 6
Using a fork, whisk well till the eggs get nice and fluffy.
Step 7
Set a pan over medium heat and pour in the oil and pour the mixture over it. Cook on low heat till the top is firm to touch.
Step 8
Flip carefully and cook for another minute.
Step 9
Get out and serve hot with cooked rice, chapathis or parotta.
Tip
The binding point is everything — cook the mixture just until it holds shape when pressed. Overcooked, it turns hard; undercooked, it crumbles.
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