Description
Easy Arroz Con Huevo Frito is a comforting dish featuring fluffy cooked rice topped with perfectly fried eggs, fresh herbs, and optional garnishes, ideal for any meal of the day.
Ingredients
Cooked rice (preferably long-grain, like jasmine or basmati)
Fresh eggs (2 per serving)
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Green bell pepper, diced (optional for garnish)
Olive oil or vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional for seasoning)
Lime wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1–2 tablespoons of olive oil or vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- When the oil shimmers, carefully crack eggs into the skillet, keeping yolks intact. Fry until whites are set and yolks reach desired doneness, about 3–4 minutes for sunny-side up.
- While eggs cook, warm the cooked rice by microwaving or stir-frying briefly in another pan.
- Season the rice with salt and pepper to taste, mixing in chopped cilantro or parsley for freshness.
- Scoop warm rice onto plates or bowls.
- Gently place one fried egg on top of each rice serving.
- Garnish with extra chopped cilantro or parsley, diced green bell pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for a bright, zesty touch.
Notes
Add sautéed onions or garlic to the rice for extra flavor.
Use fried or scrambled eggs according to preference.
Top with sliced avocado for creaminess.
Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese for a savory note.
Drizzle hot sauce or salsa for additional spice.
Best enjoyed fresh; leftovers can be stored separately for up to 2 days.
Reheat rice gently; eggs are best freshly cooked but can be reheated carefully if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
