Motta porrichu is traditionally served for lunch or dinner as a main or side dish accompanied with matta rice and spicy Indian pickles on the side. Matta rice, also known as Kerala red rice, it is cultivated on the black soil of Kerala and Karnatica. The soil yields a uniquely flavored and earthy rice. 

Coconut Cream for Richness

Coconut cream adds richness to this omelette. You can either buy canned coconut cream or simply use the coconut cream that congeals on top of a can of full-fat coconut milk. To get the coconut cream, do not shake the can so the cream and water stay separated. Open the can and scoop out the cream. Once the eggs are whisked—the yolks and whites should be fully incorporated—add the coconut cream and make sure to break it up as you mix it in. It is important that the eggs and coconut cream are evenly combined before you cook them.

Grated Ginger is a Key Indian Ingredient

Indians store grated ginger and minced garlic in the freezer for curries and quick-cooking dishes like this omelette. Use a grater, like a Microplane, to get fine pieces of fresh ginger. If you don’t have one, try this trick: Hold a fork down on a work surface with the pointy tip facing down and rub a peeled knob of ginger across the fork tines.

Substitutions I Recommend

Matta rice: Use Uncle Ben’s white long grain rice—it has a similar texture to matta rice.Green bird’s eye chili: Use red bird’s eye chili or green serrano chilis.Coconut cream: Use 5 heaping tablespoons of raw grated coconut. Pink salt: Replace with 1/2 teaspoon table salt. 

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Fresh curry leaves are becoming more readily available at grocery stores—look in the produce section. Find them at Indian, Asian, or world food markets. Use the edge of the spatula to cut the omelette into quarters and flip each over. Cover the pan again and cook until the bottoms are golden brown and you don’t see any more liquid around the pan, about 2 minutes.  Leftovers can be refrigerated in a lidded container for up to 1 day. Microwave for 30 seconds or reheat in pan over low heat, covered, until warmed through. Did you love the recipe? Leave us stars below!