Egg (non-veg)BreakfastPan-Indian
Egg Kothu Paratha
Egg Kothu Paratha is a egg-based (non-vegetarian) breakfast cooked across India. It is made with paratha, egg, onion and curry leaves. One serving has about 450 kcal, 20 g protein, 40 g carbs and 22 g fat.
Did you know? A hearty mashup where shredded paratha meets scrambled eggs. "Kothu" means "chopped" in Tamil. Spices like garam masala warm it up. Curry leaves add aroma. Street vendors use metal blades to chop loudly. Best served hot with chutney.
Updated · nutrition is an estimate per serving
- Diet
- Egg-based (non-vegetarian)
- Course
- Breakfast
- Cuisine
- Pan-Indian
- Calories
- 450 kcal
- Protein
- 20 g
- Style
- Indulgent
Main ingredients
Quantities depend on the cook; the videos below show the method step by step.
Nutrition per serving
450kcal / serving
- Protein
- 20 g 18%
- Carbs
- 40 g 37%
- Fat
- 22 g 45%
- Fibre
- 5 g
| Iron | 5mg |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 300mcg |
| Vitamin C | 10mg |
How to make Egg Kothu Paratha: videos
Quick answers
Is Egg Kothu Paratha vegetarian?
No. Egg Kothu Paratha contains egg, so it is labelled non-vegetarian (as Indian food labelling does). It has no meat or fish.
How many calories are in Egg Kothu Paratha?
About 450 kcal per serving, with 20 g protein, 40 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat. This is an estimate; oil, ghee and portion size change it.
What is Egg Kothu Paratha made of?
The main ingredients are paratha, egg, onion and curry leaves.
When do you eat Egg Kothu Paratha?
Egg Kothu Paratha is usually eaten as a breakfast.
