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Kottu Roti

Cultural Context

Kottu Roti hails from Sri Lanka, where it originated as a street food favorite among locals. Traditionally made with leftover roti and a medley of vegetables and proteins, it reflects the resourceful nature of Sri Lankan cuisine. Kottu is often enjoyed late at night and is a popular choice for gatherings, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Sri Lankan spices. Today, variations abound, with many adapting the dish to include different proteins or vegetables, making it a beloved comfort food around the world.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
5 cup paratha roti
5 tbsp oil
2 cups onion (finely chopped)
1/2 cup green chillies (finely chopped)
1/2 cup curry leaves (finely chopped)
2 tsp salt
5 eggs
3 cups mutton curry

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while chickpeas are more economical.

roti

🥗Healthier: whole wheat roti

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole wheat roti adds fiber, and pita is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: homemade soy sauce substitute

Coconut aminos is lower in sodium, while a homemade version can save costs.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic curry powder

A homemade blend can be tailored to taste and may be cheaper.

1

Cook the mutton curry separately if not already prepared.

2

Finely chop the paratha roti and set aside.

3

Heat oil in a traditional griddle.

4

Add finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

5

Stir in green chillies and curry leaves, cooking until fragrant.

6

Add the mutton curry to the mixture and stir well.

7

Push the mixture to one side of the griddle and crack the eggs into the empty space.

8

Scramble the eggs until just set, then mix with the other ingredients.

9

Add the chopped paratha roti to the griddle and mix everything together.

10

Season with salt to taste and cook for a few more minutes until combined.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fryingchoppingscrambling

Equipment Needed

traditional griddlespatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutensoy

Also Known As

KottuKottu RotiKottu Roti Stir-fry

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