VietnameseMedium · Hot
Soft‑Boiled Egg and Avocado Rice Bowl with Herb Lime Drizzle
A nourishing bowl of steamed white rice crowned with a perfectly soft-boiled egg, creamy avocado slices, and a bright herb lime drizzle that ties everything together with freshness and gentle brightness.
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Rest
5 min
Total
50 min
Method
Prepare the Rice
1
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear, removing excess starch.
2
Combine rice and water in a pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
4
Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork.
Soft-Boil the Eggs
5
Fill a small saucepan with enough water to submerge the eggs. Bring to a rolling boil.
6
Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water using a slotted spoon.
7
Cook for exactly 6 minutes and 30 seconds for a soft-boiled egg with a runny center and set white.
8
Transfer eggs immediately to an ice bath for 1 minute to stop the cooking process.
9
Crack and peel the eggs carefully, rinse gently, and set aside.
10
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Assemble the Bowls
11
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and cut into thin crescent slices.
12
Divide the fluffy white rice between two deep bowls, creating a well in the center.
13
Place one soft-boiled egg in each bowl, carefully positioning it on top of the rice.
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16
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra squeeze of brightness at the table.
A
Nutri-Score
Excellent balance
A–E · lower is better · score -2
Calories
774
per serving
Low sugar · 3gLow saturated fat · 5gLow salt · 480mg
Protein
19g
Carbs
117g
Fat
28g
Sat. fat
5g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
3g
Sodium
480mg
Gluten FreeDairy FreeLow SugarHeart HealthyDiabetes FriendlyWeight ManagementHigh ProteinBalanced MealClean Eating
Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.
C
Environmental impact
Moderate impact
A–E · lower is better · includes estimates
kg CO2e
1.0
per serving
CCarbonAEU all-round· carbon sets the grade
Water
4.5m³
Land
30Pt
Runoff
0.1g P
White Rice drives 44% of this recipe’s estimated footprint.
Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.
Flavor Profile
5
Umami
3
Sweet
4
Salty
6
Sour
1
Bitter
1
Spicy
Textures
CreamyTenderSilkySmooth
Aromas
HerbalCitrusPungentNutty
Kitchen Equipment
Safety & Storage
High Risk Population
Soft-boiled eggs with runny centers pose a salmonella risk. Pregnant women, young children, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised persons should consume only fully cooked eggs or avoid this dish.
Cooking Temperature
Water must reach a full rolling boil before lowering eggs in. Maintain boiling temperature throughout the 6-minute 30-second cook time to ensure proper egg white set while preserving the runny yolk.
Handling
Use the ice bath immediately after cooking to stop the carryover cooking process. This prevents the yolk from becoming chalky and ensures food safety by rapidly cooling the eggs.
Cross Contamination
Wash all fresh herbs thoroughly under running water to remove soil, insects, and potential contaminants. The herb lime drizzle is not cooked, so proper washing is critical.
Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw eggs and other ingredients. Sanitize surfaces after handling raw eggs to prevent bacterial spread.
Storage
This dish must be served immediately after assembly. Soft-boiled eggs lose their runny texture within 15-20 minutes. Avocado will oxidize and brown quickly once sliced. Do not prepare components in advance.
Shelf Life
Consume within 10 minutes of assembly for optimal quality. Soft-boiled eggs should not be stored or reheated as this creates a textural quality loss and potential bacterial growth.
Allergen Warning
This recipe contains eggs, soy, and sesame. Verify all guests have no allergies or sensitivities before serving. Cross-contact with other allergens during preparation is possible.
Pro Tips
Technique
For the perfect soft-boiled egg, lower your eggs into already-boiling water and set your timer for exactly six and a half minutes. The moment matters—too early and the white trembles, too late and you lose that sacred runny center.
Substitution
If Thai basil is available, swap it for the sweet basil in the drizzle—it brings that distinctive anise warmth that pairs beautifully with the avocado and egg.
Time Saver
Prepare the herb lime drizzle while your rice simmers; both finish around the same time, and the green sauce keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to three days.
Flavor Boost
A few drops of fish sauce stirred into the drizzle adds that essential umami depth that makes Vietnamese dishes sing, though it remains lovely without it.
From the chef
A soft-boiled egg at six and a half minutes has something almost impossible about it — the white fully set, the yolk still running when you break it over warm rice. Creamy avocado goes alongside, and a drizzle made from cilantro, mint, basil, garlic, ginger, and lime ties everything together with a brightness that keeps the bowl from feeling heavy. You finish it yourself with a squeeze of lime at the end, and in that small act the dish becomes entirely yours — a quiet bowl that rewards attention at every step.
TagsFresh HerbsSoft Boiled EggAvocadoWeeknight DinnerEggGluten FreeDairy Free
AllergensEggsSoySesame
Source: generated · June 10, 2026