Description
This Anjappar Style Egg Fried Rice Recipe is a spicy and flavorful South Indian fried rice dish inspired by Anjappar’s signature egg fried rice. Made with wok-tossed eggs, basmati rice, green chilies, garlic, black pepper, and soy sauce, this dish is bold, smoky, and incredibly satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s better than takeout and easily customizable!
Ingredients
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Essential Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice (cooked and cooled, preferably day-old rice)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons oil (ghee or sesame oil for authentic flavor)
- 2 green chilies (finely chopped, adjust for spice level)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon vinegar (white or rice vinegar)
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon sugar (optional, for balance)
- ¼ cup spring onions (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Rice
- Cook 2 cups of basmati rice and let it cool completely.
- If using fresh rice, spread it on a tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to remove moisture.
2️⃣ Scramble the Eggs
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
- Crack 4 eggs, season with a pinch of salt, and scramble until fluffy.
- Remove the eggs and set them aside.
3️⃣ Sauté Aromatics
- In the same wok, add 1 tablespoon of oil, then toss in green chilies, garlic, and ginger.
- Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4️⃣ Add the Rice & Seasonings
- Increase heat to high, add cooked rice, and toss continuously for even coating.
- Stir in black pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, and sugar.
5️⃣ Combine & Serve
- Add the scrambled eggs back into the pan and toss well.
- Garnish with spring onions and cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Anjappar-style egg fried rice!
Notes
🔹 Want more protein? Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or paneer.
🔹 For extra spice, increase black pepper or add red chili flakes.
🔹 Make it vegetarian by replacing eggs with tofu scramble.
🔹 Best served with: Chettinad Chicken Curry or Spicy Raita.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Rice Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: South Indian, Indo-Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 185mg