Charred Kerala Baked Egg

Method

1. Gather and prep everything first: eggs, unsalted butter, all-purpose flour and set within reach of the stove.
2. Warm a splash of olive oil in a heavy pan over medium heat, then add the celery and cook until soft and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
3. Turn the heat up, add the baked egg, and cook until deeply browned and aromatic.
4. Stir in the all-purpose flour along with a good pinch of salt, scraping up anything stuck to the bottom of the pan.
5. Add the crushed tomatoes and let it reduce until it just coats the back of a spoon.
6. Taste and adjust, then finish with a drizzle of olive oil right before serving.
7. Plate it up while hot and pass extra at the table.