Avocado rice with fried egg
In 20 minutes or less, enjoy this delicious avocado rice served with fried egg for a filling and healthy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
 | 4 avocados, any size and type of ripe avocados that are ready to be eaten |
 | 3 cups of brown rice – I’m using brown basmati rice, but you can use any other brown rice. |
 | 4 medium-sized eggs |
Spices and flavoring ingredients:
 | 1-2 tablespoons soy sauce. Low-sodium soy sauce if possible, to control the amount of salt |
 | 4 tablespoons of lemon juice |
 | 1 teaspoon garlic powder or flakes |
 | 1 teaspoon of cumin |
 | 2-3 sprigs of chopped fresh cilantro or coriander |
 | 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper |
 | Pinch of salt and pepper |
How to make this egg and avocado rice
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Halve the avocados, remove the pits, and peel away the skin.
- Place the avocado flesh in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the lemon juice, soy sauce, and spices.
- Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Chop the cilantro and stir it into the avocado mixture.
- Mix the cooked rice into the avocado mixture while the rice is still hot.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the eggs, seasoning with salt and pepper, until cooked to your liking.
- Plate the avocado rice and top with a fried egg.
- Serve warm.
If you are trying to eat healthy, this avocado rice with a fried egg is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to become a favorite.
Avocado and rice is a great way to incorporate healthy fats into your diet. The avocado has a creamy, rich taste that pairs well with a variety of flavors.
When you combine it with brown rice, the avocado adds a creamy texture and a subtle, nutty flavor. And a fried egg on top just adds that “piece de resistance“, a protein-rich ingredient that complements the avocado and rice perfectly.
It is also a dish that is relatively simple and quick to prepare. To make the dish, all you need to do is cook some rice according to the package instructions and mash up some ripe avocados.
Then, mix the cooked rice and mashed avocado together, adding in any additional seasonings or herbs as desired. Finally, fry an egg to your liking and place it on top of the avocado rice.
This dish can be made in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner or a quick lunch.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups of brown rice
- 4 medium-sized avocados
- 4 eggs
- 4 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 2-3 sprigs of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1-2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the avocados in half and remove the pits.
- Remove the skin of the avocados and place the skinless fleshy parts into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the lemon juice, soy sauce, and spices to the avocado bowl.
- Use a fork or masher to mash up the avocado until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Chop the cilantro and add to the mixture.
- Once the rice has finished cooking, transfer it to a large bowl and mix it in immediately with the avocado mixture.
- Heat a medium-sized non-stick fry pan at medium temperature.
- Once warm, crack the eggs into fry pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the fried egg is as well done as you wish.
- Plate the avocado rice and top with the fried egg.
- Serve while warm.
Nutrition
Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.
What to serve with it?
Avocado rice with fried egg is a well-rounded meal that you can serve by itself, or along with other sides.
For a starter, consider these fresh chicken spring rolls or this creamy gratin scallops. You can also serve it with a meat dish like this pork loin roast or chicken tikka.
How to store it?
This avocado rice with fried egg can easily be prepared in advance and put aside for the next day. Place it in an airtight glass container and put in the fridge, and it should last at least a day or so.
But don’t leave it for more than a few hours however, as the avocado may start to turn.
