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Spicy Sweet and Sour Fried Eggs Recipe

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Spicy Sweet and Sour Fried Eggs is a vibrant and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that transforms simple fried eggs into a tantalizing meal with a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and sour notes. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner, offering a delicious twist that will awaken your taste buds and satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

Eggs and Garnish

  • 4 large eggs
  • Green onion or cilantro for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 0.5 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1.5 tablespoons homemade chili oil (adjust for desired spice level)
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons corn starch

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar (if using), minced garlic, homemade chili oil, water, and corn starch. Stir well until the corn starch is fully dissolved to create an even sauce mixture.
  2. Heat the oil and fry the eggs: Drizzle a generous amount of oil into a pan and heat it over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the eggs and pan-fry for 2 to 3 minutes or until the edges turn crispy and golden brown.
  3. Simmer the sauce with eggs: Pour the prepared sauce over the fried eggs in the pan. Allow it to simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until the sauce thickens and clings to the eggs.
  4. Garnish and serve: Remove the pan from heat. Garnish the eggs with chopped green onion or fresh cilantro and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Serve immediately over hot steamed rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of chili oil to control the dish’s spiciness according to your preference.
  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
  • The sugar in the sauce is optional and can be omitted to reduce sweetness.
  • Serve immediately for best texture; leftover sauce may thicken further upon cooling.
  • Can be served as a breakfast item, side dish, or a light snack.

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