Uganda | Snack

Rolex

Uganda's famous street food — a chapati rolled around an egg omelette with fresh vegetables, eaten on the go.

Country
Uganda
Region
East Africa
Time
25 min
Serves
2
Level
easy
Recipe overview

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The Rolex is Uganda's most beloved street food, found on virtually every street corner in Kampala. The name is a playful contraction of "rolled eggs." Born from the creativity of street vendors, this simple wrap has become a national icon and was even considered for UNESCO cultural heritage recognition.

What the dish tastes like

Uganda's famous street food — a chapati rolled around an egg omelette with fresh vegetables, eaten on the go.

When to cook it

Best for everyday meals, with a easy cooking level and about 25 minutes total.

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Servings: 2

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How to cook it

Step-by-step instructions

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1
Make Dough
Mix flour, salt, oil, and warm water into a soft dough. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Rest 15 minutes covered.
2
Roll and Fry Chapati
Divide dough into 2 balls. Roll each into a thin circle. Fry in an oiled pan until golden on both sides. Set aside.
A good chapati should be flaky — brush with oil between layers as you cook.
Fry chapati 05:00
3
Make Omelette
Beat eggs with salt. Pour into a hot oiled pan, adding onions, tomato, cabbage, and pepper on top. Cook until just set.
Cook omelette 03:00
4
Roll
Place the omelette on top of a chapati. Roll tightly into a cylinder, tucking the edges in.
Roll while the omelette is still warm so it molds to the chapati.
5
Serve
Wrap the bottom half in paper or foil for easy handling. Serve immediately while hot.
A true Kampala Rolex is eaten standing at the street vendor's stall.

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