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A savory twist on the classic Kerala breakfast. Soft, steamed rice flour cylinders are layered with a flavorful, spicy scrambled egg masala. It's a wholesome and delicious one-pot meal that's perfect to start your day.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Puttu Flour
Cook the Spicy Egg Masala
A savory twist on the classic Kerala breakfast. Soft, steamed rice flour cylinders are layered with a flavorful, spicy scrambled egg masala. It's a wholesome and delicious one-pot meal that's perfect to start your day.
This kerala recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 487.21 calories per serving with 12.05g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Assemble the Puttu
Steam and Serve
Replace the egg masala with a dry-style minced chicken or beef masala (kheema).
For a vegetarian version, substitute the egg masala with a stir-fry of finely chopped carrots, beans, peas, and potatoes with the same spices.
Increase the amount of green chilies and black pepper powder, or add a pinch of crushed red chili flakes to the egg masala for extra heat.
For a healthier alternative, use a mix of 50% puttu podi and 50% ragi (finger millet) flour.
Eggs are a complete protein source, providing all essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function. This dish is ideal for a post-workout meal or a protein-packed start to the day.
The rice flour in puttu is a complex carbohydrate that digests slowly, providing a steady release of energy and keeping you full and active for longer periods.
Both coconut oil and grated coconut contain Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), a type of healthy fat that is easily digested and can provide a quick source of energy.
One serving of Egg Puttu contains approximately 450-480 calories, making it a substantial and energy-rich breakfast. The exact count can vary based on the amount of coconut oil and grated coconut used.
Yes, Egg Puttu is a balanced and healthy meal. It provides complex carbohydrates from rice flour for sustained energy, high-quality protein from eggs for muscle maintenance, and healthy fats from coconut. It's a wholesome, steamed dish with minimal oil.
Egg Puttu is a complete meal on its own. However, it can be served with a side of pappadam (papad) for crunch or a simple onion raita to complement the flavors.
Yes. You can use an idli steamer. Place the layers in greased idli molds and steam for 8-10 minutes. Another traditional method is to use a clean coconut shell with a hole at the bottom, placed over a pot of boiling water.
You can prepare the moist puttu flour mixture a few hours ahead and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The egg masala should be made fresh for the best taste and texture.
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