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Desi-Style Egg Fried Rice: An Easy Breakfast Recipe

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The best part about fried rice is that it is a very forgiving recipe; it is absolutely okay if you do not have exotic elements like basil and kefir lime, for you can always whip up magic with absolutely basic ingredients too. Take, for instance, this egg-fried rice. It is simple, effortless and just everyone’s favourite. All you need to do to make this classic is stir fry scrambled eggs, spring onions, spices, sauces, garlic and rice over high heat, and you are done.

prep time 00 Hour 20 Mins
cook time 00 Hour 10 Mins
chef Team Kitchen Diaries

There are no rules when it comes to comfort food. Comfort food is one dish that can soothe you at any given point of the day; it may or may not evoke nostalgia, and for some reason, my ‘ideal comfort food’ would always feature a portion of rice. From biryani to khichdi to curd rice, I would lap up these dishes without much coaxing. 

Another dish that everyone absolutely adores is the fried rice. While it is a common idea that ‘Fried rice’ is Chinese in origin, frying rice with veggies and sauces on a high flame is a fairly Asian phenomenon. Across Asia, in countries like Japan, Malaysia, and Indonesia, too, you would find many varieties of fried rice. 

One super-easy recipe that is always a hit with anyone who is craving fried rice is egg fried rice, but here’s the catch—it’s a desi-style egg fried rice. It is a good idea to use day-old rice or leftover rice, as the starch reduces, and it is easier to fry and work with. Whether you are using leftover or fresh rice,

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Tips and Tricks

  1. Non-stick pans are perfect for novices since they keep rice and eggs from sticking. The rice stays separate and fluffy because you require less oil and stir it more smoothly.
  2. Cast-iron pans have a very high heat retention rate. Once heated, it provides a robust, uniform heat that helps fry the rice rather than steam it, giving it a powerful, somewhat smoky street-style flavour.
  3. To ensure that the rice spreads out, use a skillet with a broad, level surface. This facilitates the rapid evaporation of moisture, preventing the rice from becoming mushy and causing a light browning.
  4. Using a kadai is an excellent method of cooking. On high heat, the kadai’s deep, curved shape enables continuous tossing. This helps sauces coat the rice evenly without overcooking the vegetables and simulates wok cooking.
  5. Living alone, using an induction cooktop becomes very handy. Heat produced by induction is constant and reliable. Once the pan is appropriately heated, this control keeps sauces and garlic from burning while still enabling rapid stir-frying.
Step 1

In a wok or large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add a small amount of salt, crack in two eggs, and scramble rapidly.

Step 2

Once eggs are cooked and tender. Transfer the eggs to a platter and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining oil to the same pan. Add chopped green chilli and garlic. Sauté for 10–15 seconds till aromatic, making sure garlic doesn’t burn. Add coriander powder.

Step 4

Add French beans and carrots. Keep them crunchy as you stir-fry them for 30 to 40 seconds over high heat.

Step 5

Add the spring onions, capsicum, cabbage, and chopped onion. For a street-style texture, cook over high heat for a minute, stirring constantly.

Step 6

Add soy sauce, red chilli sauce, black pepper, and red chilli powder after lowering the heat a little. 

Step 7

To ensure that the sauces evenly coat the vegetables, mix well. Add the scrambled eggs and cooked rice.

Step 8

Turn the heat up to high and gently stir, using the spatula to break up any lumps of rice. Add salt only if needed and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.

Step 9

Add the spring onion leaves, butter,  vinegar or lemon juice. Add chaat masala and garam masala.

Step 10

Toss one last time, taste, and adjust the seasoning. Turn off the heat and serve hot.

Frequently Asked Questions

There is too much moisture in fresh rice. To keep each grain distinct, use leftover or chilled rice and fry rather than steaming.

Of course! Add a squeeze of lemon, additional green chilli, garlic, and pepper. Without the need for bottled sauces, Desi spice can do the heavy lifting.

Eggs first, always. Scrambling them separately keeps them soft and chunky instead of disappearing into the rice.

Fried rice with eggs is safe for up to a day. The flavour and texture then begin to say goodbye.

Great for lunchboxes! Store it in an enclosed box and keep it cooked through but not greasy. If not refrigerated, consume within 6 to 8 hours.