20 Easy Egg and Rice Dishes

Switch up the vegetables in this versatile rice and egg dish and you’ll enjoy endless variations. It’s simple and delicious fare that cooks up quickly and makes great use of leftover cooked rice and whatever vegetables you have on hand.

This internet-famous tornado omelette turns your weekend breakfast into an event. With just a few simple ingredients and a little technique, you can easily recreate this viral recipe at home. Prepared over rice and finished with Sriracha ketchup, it’s great as a quick dinner for one or as a… twist… on a classic.

This legendary fried rice is believed to be named after, and created by, a Hong Kong billionaire who instructed his chef to prepare healthier fried rice on the advice of his doctor. It uses less oil and salt than traditional fried rice, and is said to have started the trend of healthy dining in Hong Kong in the 1980s.

Full of rich flavours, this delicious one-pan dish is easy to pull together for friends or family and helps keep you energized for an activity-filled day.

Arroz con huevos is a hearty Mexican breakfast dish combining fluffy rice with perfectly cooked eggs. With humble ingredients like rice and eggs, this dish exemplifies how simple foods can create something wonderful.

Paella, Spain’s most recognized rice dish, originated in Valencia where it developed as a practical way to combine local ingredients. This simplified version focuses on the essential elements: rice tinted golden with saffron and infused with paprika, both sweet and smoked varieties lending depth, and chicken and hard boiled to add protein. The rice develops its characteristic texture as it cooks undisturbed, allowing a light crust to form on the bottom.

This Hawaiian staple transforms basic ingredients into a soul-warming dish. It was invented in 1949 when a waiter at Lincoln Grill restaurant in Hilo, Hawaii, served rice, beef and gravy to a group of boys who asked to be served something they could afford. Today, it’s enjoyed around the world.

Here’s a fun way to elevate your fried rice game. Combining light egg whites with succulent scallops and the warmth of ginger, this dish stands out as a unique addition to your weeknight meals. It’s a refreshing take on a classic that’s easy to prepare and pleasing to the palate.

Infused with aromatic spices, this dish elevates simple ingredients into something memorable. Topped with perfectly poached eggs, it balances textures and tastes beautifully. The preparation is straightforward, allowing you to serve up an impressive meal in no time. A side of mango chutney adds a nice touch.

This creamy risotto is a great one-pot meal made with squash, kale, and cheese. Take it to the next level with with a fried egg on top for an extra boost of protein.

A jammy egg and your favourite toppings turn simple rice into a Korean bibimbap. The hot rice warms the vegetables while keeping the egg’s soft center, and a dollop of gochujang sauce adds earthy heat and depth.

This shrimp fried rice is topped with a fluffy omelette, transforming it into a beautifully presented meal. Simple yet satisfying, it brings a unique flair to your table, making it ideal for impressing guests or enhancing your weeknight dinners.

Fresh basil pesto transforms everyday rice into a bright, herb-infused base for this satisfying bowl. Crisp vegetables add crunch and colour, while soft boiled eggs create a rich, creamy centre that melts into the warm rice. A practical choice for meal prep, since components can be prepared in advance.

Who doesn’t love fried rice? Day-old rice is the secret to this quick spinach and bacon fried rice. The drier grains stay separate when cooked, letting each piece soak up more flavour from the bacon and eggs. Breaking the eggs directly into the hot pan creates tender pieces that coat the rice. Keep your pan hot and move fast – the whole dish comes together in under 15 minutes.

These soft boiled egg and labneh bowls are simple on meal prep and make the easiest lunch or dinner. Perfectly cooked soft boiled eggs are placed over brown rice, along with a generous serving of creamy labneh drizzled with olive oil, and sumac onions and an arugula salad.

Biryani is a classic rice and masala layered dish popular throughout much of South Asia, and this version is a great introduction to South Asian flavours for any level of cook. This version combines eggs and your favorite Biryani Masala to create a dish that is easy to prepare, comforting, and protein-packed. It’ll quickly become a weeknight staple in your kitchen.

Nasi goreng transforms day-old rice into a celebration of Indonesian flavours. Add your choice of protein to fit your taste, whether it’s grilled shrimp or satay chicken, for a memorable meal any night of the week. For the best results, ensure your cooked rice has fully cooled in the refrigerator before cooking.

This recipe combines purple jasmine Thai rice with king oyster mushrooms and leeks, but the real star is the egg fried on ginger-infused breadcrumbs. While purple rice adds visual appeal, regular jasmine rice works well too. The crispy-bottomed eggs crown a flavourful rice mixture, creating a surprisingly quick weeknight meal.

Shrimp and egg fried rice is a quick, satisfying meal that transforms leftover rice into something special. Using frozen shrimp and pre-cooked rice saves time without sacrificing flavour. Cooking the eggs first, then setting them aside prevents overcooking and ensures fluffy egg pieces throughout the dish. A final drizzle of sriracha adds just enough spice.

Black rice brings a subtle nutty taste that pairs well with roasted broccoli and Parmesan cheese. The eggs add protein while the broccoli gets extra flavour from browning in the oven. Cook the rice ahead of time and you’ll have dinner ready in about 20 minutes.