Egg rice. This simple rice dish gets its signature flavor from taco seasoning. The classic spice mix consisting of cumin, chili powder, paprika and oregano makes it absolutely delicious with any meaty or vegetarian accompaniment of your choice. The fluffy scrambled eggs combine with lots of vibrant coriander greens to make healthier, nutrient-packed meal. Luxurious yet simple!
Why I Love This Recipe
There’s a reason why a simple rice dish is the ultimate canvas for your culinary creativity. One, it’s easy to make, and second, the rice grains absorb any kind of flavor to create unique dishes. Well, the humble rice has traveled the world, and its versatility is endless. This version focuses on fluffy rice with nutritious egg and taco seasoning.
The recipe starts as a simple Indian style flavored rice highlighting the goodness of eggs paired with the classic taco seasoning. The latter brings in authentic flavor combination of cumin, paprika, red chili powder and oregano. This seasoning is what makes the rice a delectable fusion dish. This amazing combo of taco spices with ginger, garlic, green chilies and curry leaves is absolutely amazing. Trust me, it’s so good!
Key Ingredients In Egg Rice
- Eggs - Lightly scramble them so they just disappear in the rice.
- Ginger and garlic - Adds the authentic Indian taste.
- Taco seasoning - The flavor twist in this recipe.
- Coriander (cilantro) leaves - Makes the rice vibrant as well as more nutritious.
How To Make Egg Rice
Cook rice - You can use any rice you have on hand in this rice. I really love basmati or long grain, however, jasmine rice also tastes great. Make sure you cook the rice prior to stir frying like fried rice recipes. But, you don’t require day-old rice.
Stir fry rice - Like fried rice, this dish is also quick and easy to make. So, make sure you prep all the ingredients beforehand. Start with stir frying onions, ginger, garlic, green chilies and curry leaves. When the onions get a light brown hue, add eggs and scramble them. Season the scrambled eggs with taco spices and then stir fry with rice and coriander (cilantro) leaves. With a final seasoning from salt and pepper, you dish is ready to be served.
Frequently Asked Questions: Egg Rice
What type of rice should I use? Basmati, jasmine or long grain rice.
How do I make it more nutritious? Add cooked chicken, tofu, paneer, prawns (shrimp) or vegetables like green beans, carrots, bell peppers (capsicum), or corn.
What type of oil works best? Use your favorite neutral oil like vegetable oil or peanut oil, or add ghee for extra aroma and flavor.
How can I make it more spicy? Add a drizzle of sriracha sauce or stir in a few teaspoons of red pepper (chili) flakes.
Egg Rice - Quick And Easy In 15 Minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil or ghee
- ½ cup chopped onions
- 1 garlic chopped
- 1 cm ginger chopped
- 1 green chilli chopped
- 1 sprig of curry leaves
- 3 eggs lightly whisked
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning homemade or store-bought
- 3 cups cooked rice basmati or long grain
- ¼ cup chopped coriander (cilantro) leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped coriander (cilantro) leaves to garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies and curry leaves. Saute, stirring, for about 3-4 minutes or until onions starts to brown.
- Add eggs. Scramble and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until set.
- Add taco seasoning. Stir fry for 1 minute.
- Add cooked rice and coriander (cilantro) leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir fry for 2 minutes.
- Garnish with coriander (cilantro) leaves.
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Notes
- Vegetables - Chop vegetables like carrots, green beans and peas, and add to the rice.
- How to serve - The rice is perfect on its own, however, you can serve it with your favorite curries or vegetable and meat stir fries.
- Storage instructions - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 1-2 days.
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Anonymous says
Laura says
Such a simple recipe - love it
Vanessa says
This was so easy to make. I also added some green peas and corn to it, it tastes absolutely fantastic.
Eric says
Used leftover rice & sesame oil to stir fry it. Amazing!
Cassie says
Really delicious- I served it with butter chicken.
Delvy says
Easy to make. Absolutely delicious.
Vani says
This looks fabulous, can't wait to try!
Reni says
Outstanding recipe. I added shredded rotisserie chicken to the mix.
Mina says
Instant favorite, it was so good!
Sayanora says
One of the best rice dishes I have made in a while, the whole family loved it!
Naomi says
So simple & delicious 10/10