Egg pulao recipe


🥗 Healthy Egg Pulao

🧾 Ingredients (2–3 servings)

  • 1 cup basmati rice (or brown rice for extra fiber)
  • 3–4 eggs
  • 1 small onion (sliced)
  • 1 small tomato (optional, chopped)
  • 1–2 green chilies (optional)
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, peas, beans)
  • 1–2 tbsp oil or ghee
  • Whole spices:
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 1 small cinnamon stick
    • 2–3 cloves
    • 2 cardamom pods
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • Fresh coriander leaves

👩‍🍳 Steps

1. Cook the rice

  • Wash and soak rice for 15–20 minutes
  • Cook separately (or use leftover rice for quicker prep)

2. Boil or scramble eggs

  • Option 1: Boil eggs, peel, and cut into halves
  • Option 2: Scramble eggs lightly with a pinch of salt (healthier & quicker)

3. Prepare base

  • Heat oil/ghee in a pan or cooker
  • Add whole spices → let them release aroma
  • Add onions → sautĂ© till golden

4. Add veggies & spices

  • Add ginger-garlic paste, green chilies
  • Add vegetables → cook 3–4 minutes
  • Add turmeric, salt, and tomato (if using)

5. Combine everything

  • Add cooked rice + eggs
  • Sprinkle garam masala
  • Mix gently so rice doesn’t break

6. Finish

  • Cook for 2–3 minutes on low flame
  • Garnish with coriander

đź’ˇ Healthy Tips

  • Use brown rice instead of white for more fiber
  • Use minimal oil (1 tbsp) or switch to olive oil
  • Add more veggies to boost nutrients
  • Avoid over-frying eggs to keep protein intact

🥄 Optional Add-ons

  • A squeeze of lemon 🍋 for freshness
  • Serve with plain yogurt or raita