How to Make Kedgeree - A Step-by-Step Guide

Kedgeree is a flavorful and comforting dish with roots in both Indian and British cuisine. This dish is a popular breakfast or brunch staple in the United Kingdom, with its origins dating back to the time of British colonial rule in India. It is a dish that combines the best of both worlds, with its Indian-inspired spices and British-style preparation.

Traditionally, kedgeree is made with flaked fish, rice, and hard-boiled eggs, seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices such as curry p...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked basmati rice
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 ounces smoked haddock, or other white fish
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup milk, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup frozen green peas
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup low-fat plain yogurt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Prepare rice according to package directions. Drain, and set aside to cool. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop. Set aside.
  • Place the haddock in a small skillet with the bay leaf. Pour in enough milk just to cover the fish. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and cook gently until fish flakes. Remove fish from the pan, flake with a fork, and set aside. Discard milk and bay leaf.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in curry powder, then add the peas and onions. Fry for a couple of minutes, then add the cooked rice, eggs, and fish. Stir gently, and season with salt and pepper. Heat through, and serve with yogurt.
  • Nutrition

    977 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 258mg
    • Sodium: 663mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 163g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 44g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 355mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 757mg