Crispy Buttered Rice with Soft Eggs & Chili Crunch


This crispy buttered rice with soft eggs and chili crunch recipe
is pure comfort food with a little heat and a lot of texture. The rice gets golden and crackly in butter, the soft eggs add a luxurious richness, and the chili crunch brings the perfect hit of spice. Whether for breakfast, lunch, or a late-night snack, this dish is simple, satisfying, and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old for best crispiness)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (or ghee for extra richness)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili crunch (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, crumbled nori, furikake seasoning

Instructions:

  1. Crisp the Rice: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the cooked rice, spreading it out evenly. Let it cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is crispy and golden. Stir and repeat until desired crispiness is reached.
  2. Prepare the Eggs: While the rice crisps, cook the eggs to your liking. Soft-fried, poached, or even jammy boiled eggs work beautifully here.
  3. Season the Rice: Drizzle in the soy sauce and sesame oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together for even flavor distribution.
  4. Assemble: Plate the crispy rice and top with the soft eggs. Drizzle the chili crunch generously over the top.
  5. Finish & Serve: Sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Add any optional toppings you love.
  6. Enjoy: Mix it all together, break the yolk into the rice, and savor the perfect balance of crispy, buttery, spicy goodness!

Why You’ll Love This Dish:

  • Texture heaven – Crispy rice, soft eggs, and crunchy chili bits.
  • Rich & savory – Butter and sesame oil bring deep, nutty warmth.
  • Satisfying & quick – Takes less than 15 minutes to make.
  • Customizable – Add extra protein or vegetables to make it a full meal.

Dietary Notes:

  • Vegetarian-Friendly (ensure chili crunch contains no seafood ingredients)
  • Gluten-Free Option (use tamari instead of soy sauce)
  • Can be made dairy-free (sub butter with avocado oil or ghee if tolerated)

This is comfort food at its finest—simple ingredients, big flavors, and completely addicting. Give it a try and see why crispy rice + soft eggs is an unbeatable combo!

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