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Rice Bowl with Sweet Potatoes, Green Curry, Arugula, and Poached Egg

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop and Oven
  • Cuisine: Thai Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and comforting rice bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, creamy green curry, peppery arugula, and a silky poached egg. Each spoonful offers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors with a satisfying mix of textures.


Ingredients

  • Jasmine Rice: 1 cup uncooked
  • Sweet Potatoes: 2 medium (about 400 g), peeled and cubed
  • Green Curry Paste: 2 tablespoons
  • Coconut Milk: 1 cup
  • Arugula: 2 cups
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Lime Juice: 1 tablespoon
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and golden.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a saucepan, heat a drizzle of oil. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then add green curry paste. Pour in coconut milk and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Cook rice according to package directions. Place rice at the bottom of bowls.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Poach eggs in simmering water with a splash of vinegar for 3–4 minutes until whites are set.
  6. Finishing Touches: Add roasted sweet potatoes and arugula over rice, then pour curry sauce on top.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Top with poached egg and drizzle lime juice before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture.
  • Add extra curry paste for more heat or balance with lime juice for brightness.
  • Top with toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts for added crunch.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg