Native Egg Curry
Motte Saaru
Hard-boiled native eggs in a tomato-onion masala with freshly ground spices. The vegetarian option uses paneer.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total
- 35 min
- Level
- Easy
Method
Farm tip: Native egg yolks are deep orange and richer than farm eggs; 10 minutes gives a firm but not chalky yolk.

Drink pairing
Kombucha - Lemon Ginger - 350ml
Lemon ginger kombucha is a fizzy, lighter partner to a rich curry.
Questions
Why are native eggs smaller?
Country hens are a smaller breed. The eggs have a higher yolk ratio and a richer taste.
What goes best with egg curry?
Ragi roti, chapati, or Rajamudi rice.