Receta Chettinad Muttai Kuzhambu

by Praveen Kumar

Chettinad Muttai Kuzhambu Recipe

A very popular recipe from Chettinad Cuisine. This Muttai Kuzhambu (Egg Kuzhambu) is best served with hot rice.

Ingredients:

• Boiled Eggs – 3
• Onion – 1, big, finely chopped
• Salt as per taste
• Grind together:
• Coconut – 2 tblsp, grated
• Black Peppercorns – 1/2 tsp
• Saunf – 1 tsp
• Garlic – 3 cloves
• Tomatoes – 2
• Red Chilli Powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander Powder – 3 tsp
• Turmeric Powder – a pinch
• For Tempering:
• Oil – 2 tblsp
• Cinnamon – 3/4 inch piece
• Saunf – 1 tsp

Curry Leaves – few

Method:

1. Using a fork, gently score the eggs and keep aside.

2. Grind together the coconut, peppercorns, saunf, garlic, tomatoes, red chilli powder, turmeric powder and coriander powder to a smooth paste.

3. Heat oil in a pan.

4. Add the cinnamon, curry leaves and saunf.

5. Fry for 30 seconds.

6. Add the onions and saute for a minute or two.

7. Add the ground masala and stir well.

8. Pour 1/2 to 1 cup of water (adjust as required).

9. Bring to a boil.

10. Add the eggs and simmer for 5 minutes on low flame.

11. When it starts bubbling, switch off the flame and remove.

12. Serve hot with rice.

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