Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp red chili powder
- 2 tbsp oil
Special equipment needed:
- Puttu maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, grated coconut, and salt. Mix well.
2. Gradually add water to the mixture and knead it into a smooth dough.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add chopped onions, tomatoes, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
4. Heat oil in a pan and pour the egg mixture. Scramble the eggs until cooked.
5. Take the puttu maker and fill it with alternating layers of rice flour mixture and scrambled eggs.
6. Steam the puttu for 5-7 minutes.
7. Once cooked, remove the puttu from the maker and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Steam the puttu at medium-high heat.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 2-3 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 12g
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of rice flour, you can use wheat flour or semolina.
- Instead of grated coconut, you can use coconut milk.
Variations:
- You can add vegetables like carrots, peas, and beans to the egg mixture.
- You can add spices like cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala to the egg mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the rice flour mixture is not too dry or too wet.
- You can add a little oil to the rice flour mixture to make it more moist.
- You can add a little water to the scrambled eggs to make it more fluffy.
Storage instructions:
You can store the leftover puttu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the puttu, steam it for 2-3 minutes or microwave it for 1 minute.
Presentation ideas:
You can serve the puttu on a plate with a side of chutney or pickle.
Garnishes:
You can garnish the puttu with chopped coriander leaves or grated coconut.
Pairings:
You can pair the puttu with sambar or chicken curry.
Suggested side dishes:
You can serve the puttu with coconut chutney or tomato chutney.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the puttu is too dry, add a little water to the rice flour mixture.
- If the puttu is too wet, add a little more rice flour to the mixture.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the eggs are cooked properly before adding them to the puttu maker.
Food history:
Egg puttu is a popular breakfast dish in South India.
Flavor profiles:
Egg puttu has a savory and slightly spicy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the puttu hot with a side of chutney or pickle.
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