How to Prepare Egg Pilau (Rice and Eggs) Ugandan Food - Mom's Village Kitchen

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa offers more protein and fiber.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories.

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu is a plant-based alternative.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes; cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.

Stir in coriander and pilau masala; cook for 1 minute to release flavors.

Add rinsed basmati rice and stir to coat with the spices and vegetables.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.

In a separate pan, fry eggs sunny-side up until whites are set, about 3-4 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and gently fold in the fried eggs.

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