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Nutritional Values
650kcal
25gProtein
70gCarbs
28gFat
5gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥚 Eggs
Rolex
How to order / say it
Say it
Rolex — [roh-leks]
Order
I'd like a Rolex, please.
Locally
Ndagala rolex, nnyabo.
Say locally
A popular street food roll of eggs and chapati.
Why try it?
A quintessential Jinja street food, Rolex is celebrated for its simplicity and satisfying flavors. It's a testament to the creativity and adaptability of the local food vendors.
How it tastes
Crispy on the outside with the soft, rich flavor of eggs and vegetables wrapped within. A balance of textures that makes for an enjoyable finger food.
Origin & History — first documented: 1970
Rolex began as a convenient snack in Jinja around the 1970s, merging Indian chapati with the Ugandan preference for egg-based foods. Its versatility quickly made it a street food staple.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 2 pcs chapati
- 🥚 4 pcs eggs
- 🥕 2 pcs tomatoes
- 🧄 1 pc onions
- 🫒 20 ml oil
- 🧂 0.5 tsp salt
Method
- 1 Beat the eggs and mix in chopped veggies.
- 2 Cook on a hot oiled pan until just set.
- 3 Wrap in warm chapati and serve hot.
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