Mutta Curry (kodava Style Egg Curry)

Mutta Curry, also known as Kodava Style Egg Curry, is a traditional dish from the Kodava Cuisine of Karnataka, India. This flavorful and aromatic curry is made with hard-boiled eggs simmered in a rich and spicy coconut-based gravy. It is a popular dish in Kodava households and is often served with steamed rice or traditional rice rotis.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Kodava Kodava Cuisine Egg Curry Coconut Based Spicy
Mutta Curry (kodava Style Egg Curry)

Ingredients

  • 4 hard-boiled eggs
  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 4-5 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add cumin seeds, curry leaves, chopped onions, and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
  2. Add grated coconut, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until the coconut turns golden brown and aromatic.
  3. Now, add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
  4. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes.
  5. Pour in 2 cups of water and bring the gravy to a gentle boil.
  6. Cut the hard-boiled eggs into halves and gently place them in the gravy. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
  7. Once the curry reaches the desired consistency, remove from heat and serve hot with steamed rice or rice rotis.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Pan Spatula Knife Cutting Board

Tools

Mixing Bowl Measuring Spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mutta Curry hot with steamed rice or traditional rice rotis for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can also add a splash of coconut milk to the curry before serving.

Cost

$10