Crispy Rice Bowl with Eggs

Instructions

1. Prepare the Rice Base

   3 min hands-on15 min waiting

   • Cook the rice according to package instructions.
   • Spread it out to cool slightly to prevent clumping.

2. Make the Avocado Salsa

   10 min hands-on

   • Dice the yellow peppers into small pieces.
   • Peel, pit, and chop the avocado into chunks.
   • Finely chop the cilantro.
   • Combine peppers, avocado, and cilantro in a bowl.
   • Drizzle with olive oil, squeeze in lime juice, and season with salt and pepper.
   • Toss gently to coat and set aside.

3. Create the Rice Coating

   3 min hands-on

   • Whisk Greek yogurt, one egg, turmeric, salt, and pepper until smooth.
   • Add cooled rice, ensuring each grain is coated without breaking.

4. Cook the Asparagus

   4 min hands-on

   • Trim and cut asparagus into lengths if desired.
   • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Cook asparagus for 2-3 minutes until slightly charred.
   • Add sliced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
   • Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.

5. Fry the Rice

   2 min hands-on8 min waiting

   • Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add rice mixture, spreading it evenly.
   • Cook undisturbed for 7-8 minutes until golden brown.
   • Break up rice into crispy and fluffy bits, then keep warm.

6. Fry the Spiced Eggs

   5 min hands-on

   • Heat olive oil in the asparagus pan over medium heat.
   • Stir in cayenne and curry powder, cooking for 30 seconds.
   • Crack eggs into the pan, spacing them out.
   • Fry until edges are crispy and whites are cooked.
   • Baste eggs with spiced oil and season with salt and pepper.

7. Assemble and Serve

   3 min hands-on

   • Divide crispy rice onto plates.
   • Top with asparagus, a fried egg, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and avocado salsa.
   • Cooking tips:
   • For the perfect crispy rice, make sure the rice is slightly dry before frying. If possible, use day-old rice.
   • For extra crispy egg edges, ensure the oil is hot before cracking in the eggs.
   • Prepare the salsa right before serving to prevent the avocado from browning.
   • Taste and adjust the lime juice, salt, and spices in the salsa to achieve your preferred tangy and spicy balance.