7-Step Anjappar Egg Fried Rice Recipe
Discover the vibrant flavors of South India with Anjappar's signature egg fried rice! This dish combines fluffy Basmati rice with a rich blend of Chettinad spices and scrambled eggs, perfect for a comforting meal that transports you straight to the bustling streets of Chennai.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Basmati rice
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1- inch piece ginger minced
- 2 green chilies finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon ground
- 2 star anise
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Salt to taste
- White pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or spring onions for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the Basmati rice until water runs clear, soak for 30 minutes, then cook with 3 cups of water until fluffy. Spread on a tray to cool.
- Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add cumin seeds, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until aromatic.
- Push sautéed ingredients to the side, add beaten eggs, scramble until nearly done, then mix with the aromatics.
- Add cooled rice, breaking any clumps. Stir-fry, ensuring rice is well coated with the mixture.
- Sprinkle with ground spices and drizzle soy sauce over the rice, mixing thoroughly.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and white pepper. Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or spring onions. Serve hot.
Notes
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Tags: Gluten-Free option (use gluten-free soy sauce)
- Nutritional Info per Serving: Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Carbohydrates: 65g, Fiber: 2g, Protein: 11g, Sodium: 600mg
