Rice and Rising Sun Omelette—Breakfast for 4
Rice and Rising Sun Omelette is a delightful breakfast fusion of Indian and Japanese cuisines, featuring fluffy eggs seasoned with aromatic spices, enveloping a bed of savory rice. This hearty dish combines the warmth of Indian flavors with the delicate simplicity of Japanese cooking for a unique morning meal.
Meal Type
Breakfast
Cuisine
Indian Japanese Fusion
Servings
4
Food Stars
Rice, eggs
Health
Variations
Diets
Variations
Do This With That Stuff
- Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat
- Add 1 tsp cumin seeds to the frying pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant
- Add 1/2 cup diced onions to the frying pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until softened
- Add 1/2 cup diced tomatoes to the frying pan and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened
- Stir in 1 tsp garam masala powder, 1 tsp turmeric powder, and 1/2 tsp red chili powder into the frying pan with the onions and tomatoes
- Cook for an additional minute while stirring to combine spices with vegetables
- Transfer the spiced vegetable mixture from the frying pan to a small saucepan and set aside
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups cooked rice with the spiced vegetable mixture from the saucepan using a wooden spoon
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs until well beaten
- Stir in 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and 1/4 cup chopped green onions into the whisked eggs
- Pour egg mixture over rice and vegetable mixture in the large mixing bowl, then mix thoroughly using a wooden spoon to evenly distribute ingredients
- Wipe out any residue from the non-stick frying pan with a paper towel and heat it again over medium heat without adding any oil or butter (the residual oil should be enough)
- Pour half of the rice-egg mixture into the heated non-stick frying pan, spreading it evenly across the surface of the pan using a spatula
- Cook for about 5 minutes on one side until golden brown and set on top, then carefully flip it over using a spatula
- Cook for another 5 minutes on the other side until golden brown
- Transfer cooked omelette onto a large plate
- Repeat steps with the remaining rice-egg mixture to make the second omelette
- Cut each omelette into 2 equal portions, making a total of 4 servings, and serve immediately
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- Add 1/2 tsp crushed fenugreek seeds
- Add 1/4 cup chopped bitter melon
- Add 1/2 tsp matcha green tea powder
- Increase turmeric powder to 1.5 tsp
🧂 Salty
- Increase salt to 1 tsp
- Add 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Add 1/2 tsp miso paste
- Add 1/4 cup diced pickled vegetables
🍋 Sour
- Add 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Add 1/4 cup tamarind paste
- Add 1/2 tsp amchur (dry mango) powder
🌶️ Spicy
- Increase red chili powder to 1 tsp
- Add 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Add 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- Add 1 minced green chili
🍬 Sweet
- Add 1/4 cup raisins
- Add 1/4 cup grated coconut
- Add 2 tbsp honey
- Increase the diced tomatoes to 3/4 cup
🍄 Umami
- Add 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Add 1 tsp fish sauce
- Add 1/2 cup chopped shiitake mushrooms
- Add 1/2 tsp grated ginger
🍸 Alcoholic
- Sake: Its smooth and mild flavor complements the fusion of Indian and Japanese ingredients
- Asahi Beer: The crisp and light taste balances the spices in the dish
- Ginger-Infused Whiskey: The warmth of the ginger enhances the spice flavors in the omelette
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- Mango Lassi: The sweetness and creaminess of the lassi complement the spices in the dish
- Green Tea: The light, refreshing flavor of green tea balances the richness of the omelette
- Nimbu Pani (Indian Lemonade): The tangy and slightly sweet taste of nimbu pani enhances the flavors in the dish
🥓 Keto
- Replace 2 cups cooked rice with 2 cups riced cauliflower
- Remove 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- Increase 1/4 cup chopped cilantro to 1/2 cup
- Increase 1/4 cup chopped green onions to 1/2 cup
🍆 Mediterranean
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
- Replace cumin seeds with 1 tsp fennel seeds
- Replace garam masala powder with 1 tsp dried oregano
- Replace turmeric powder with 1 tsp paprika
- Replace red chili powder with 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Add 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives
- Add 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
🥑 Paleo
- Replace cooked rice with 2 cups cauliflower rice
- Replace vegetable oil with 2 tbsp coconut oil
- Remove garam masala powder
🐟 Pescatarian
- Add 1 cup cooked shrimp
- Add 1/2 cup chopped nori
🌱 Vegan
- Replace 4 large eggs with 1 cup chickpea flour mixed with 1 cup water
- Add 1/2 tsp black salt (kala namak) for an eggy flavor
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes needed
🥩 Whole30
- Replace cooked rice with 2 cups cauliflower rice
- Replace vegetable oil with 2 tbsp coconut oil
- Remove garam masala powder
🧠 Brain Health
- Replace vegetable oil with 2 tbsp olive oil
- Add 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- Replace white rice with 2 cups cooked brown rice
- Decrease red chili powder to 1/4 tsp
🌾 Celiac Disease
- No changes needed
💩 Crohns Disease
- Remove diced onions
- Remove diced tomatoes
- Replace vegetable oil with 1 tbsp olive oil
- Decrease cumin seeds to 1/2 tsp
- Remove garam masala powder
- Remove turmeric powder
- Remove red chili powder
- Replace cilantro with 1/4 cup chopped parsley
🩸 Diabetes
- Replace 2 cups cooked rice with 2 cups cooked brown rice
- Decrease vegetable oil to 1 tbsp
- Replace 1/2 tsp salt with 1/4 tsp salt
- Add 1 cup diced bell peppers
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- No changes needed
🫀 Heart Disease
- Replace vegetable oil with 1 tbsp olive oil
- Decrease salt to 1/4 tsp
- Replace 4 large eggs with 8 egg whites
- Remove red chili powder
❤️ Heart Health
- Replace vegetable oil with 1 tbsp olive oil
- Decrease cumin seeds to 1/2 tsp
- Decrease garam masala powder to 1/2 tsp
- Decrease turmeric powder to 1/2 tsp
- Replace red chili powder with 1/4 tsp paprika
- Decrease salt to 1/4 tsp
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- Remove salt
- Replace vegetable oil with 1 tbsp olive oil
- Replace red chili powder with 1/2 tsp paprika
- Add 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
🍔 High Cholesterol
- Replace 4 large eggs with 8 egg whites
- Decrease vegetable oil to 1 tbsp
- Add 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- Replace salt with 1/2 tsp potassium chloride
🦠 Immune System
- Replace vegetable oil with 2 tbsp coconut oil
- Add 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- Add 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- Add 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Increase turmeric powder to 1.5 tsp
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Replace diced onions with 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- Replace diced tomatoes with 1/2 cup diced zucchini
- Remove cumin seeds
- Decrease garam masala powder to 1/2 tsp
- Remove red chili powder
- Replace vegetable oil with 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil (low FODMAP)
💧 Kidney Disease
- Decrease salt to 1/4 tsp
- Replace 2 cups cooked rice with 2 cups cooked cauliflower rice
- Decrease turmeric powder to 1/2 tsp
- Decrease red chili powder to 1/4 tsp
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- No changes necessary
🍺 Liver Disease
- Remove red chili powder
- Decrease salt to 1/4 tsp
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
🤰 Pregnancy
- Decrease red chili powder to 1/4 tsp
- Replace raw onions with 1/2 cup sautéed onions
Beti’s Reflections
It all started on a whimsical culinary adventure, where I found myself exploring the vibrant flavors of Indian and Japanese cuisines. As I wandered through the bustling markets and aromatic kitchens, I stumbled upon a unique fusion dish that captured my heart – Rice and Rising Sun Omelette. This delightful breakfast recipe is perfect for those who crave an exciting twist to their morning meal.
Rice and Rising Sun Omelette serves four people and is a fantastic way to kickstart your day with a hearty, satisfying dish. However, please note that this recipe is not suitable for those following gluten-free or dairy-free diets.
The ingredients in this Indian Japanese Fusion Recipe are carefully chosen to create a harmonious blend of flavors. The 2 cups of cooked rice provide a savory base, while the 4 large eggs create a fluffy texture. The combination of 1/2 cup diced onions, 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/4 cup chopped green onions adds freshness and depth to the Spiced Rice Omelette. The spices – 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp garam masala powder, 1 tsp turmeric powder, and 1/2 tsp red chili powder – infuse the Vegetable Egg Rice with warmth and complexity.
To make this delicious Rice Rising Sun Omelette, start by heating vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds until fragrant before adding onions and tomatoes to cook until softened. Stir in garam masala powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder to combine with vegetables. Transfer the spiced vegetable mixture to a saucepan before mixing it with cooked rice in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk eggs with chopped cilantro and green onions before pouring it over the rice mixture. Cook half of the rice-egg mixture in the non-stick frying pan until golden brown on both sides, then repeat with the remaining mixture. Cut each omelette into two equal portions for a total of four servings.
In conclusion, this Rice and Rising Sun Omelette is a delightful fusion of Indian and Japanese flavors that will surely brighten up your morning. The combination of fluffy eggs, aromatic spices, and savory rice creates an unforgettable Egg Rice Omelette experience. So go ahead and treat yourself to this easy rice and egg dish for a unique breakfast adventure!
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