Here are some delicious egg recipes for different occasions:
Breakfast & Brunch
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Classic Scrambled Eggs
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Whisk eggs with salt, pepper, and a splash of milk.
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Cook on low heat with butter, stirring gently until creamy.
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Serve with toast and fresh herbs.
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Fluffy Omelette
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Beat eggs and season with salt & pepper.
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Cook in butter until slightly set, add cheese, veggies, or ham.
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Fold and serve.
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Eggs Benedict
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Poach eggs and serve on an English muffin with ham.
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Top with hollandaise sauce (egg yolk, butter, lemon juice).
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Shakshuka
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Sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers in olive oil.
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Add canned tomatoes, paprika, and simmer.
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Crack eggs into the sauce, cover, and cook until set.
Lunch & Dinner
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Deviled Eggs
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Hard boil eggs, cut in half, and remove yolks.
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Mix yolks with mayo, mustard, salt, and paprika.
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Pipe back into egg whites.
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Egg Salad Sandwich
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Chop hard-boiled eggs and mix with mayo, mustard, celery, and seasonings.
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Serve on toasted bread or in a wrap.
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Spanish Tortilla
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Fry thinly sliced potatoes and onions in olive oil.
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Add beaten eggs, cook on low heat, and flip.
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Serve in wedges.
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Egg Fried Rice
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Stir-fry garlic, veggies, and leftover rice.
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Push to the side, scramble eggs, then mix.
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Add soy sauce and green onions.
Snacks & Desserts
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Scotch Eggs
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Wrap a boiled egg in sausage meat.
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Coat in flour, egg wash, and breadcrumbs.
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Deep fry until golden brown.
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French Toast
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Whisk eggs with milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
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Dip bread slices and cook on a buttered pan.
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Serve with syrup or fruit.
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Cloud Eggs
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Separate yolks and whites.
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Whip whites until fluffy, form mounds, and bake.
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Add yolk in the center and bake until set.
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Egg Custard
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Heat milk with sugar and vanilla.
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Whisk eggs and slowly mix with milk.
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Bake in a water bath until firm.
Spanish Tortilla (Tortilla Española) Recipe
A Spanish tortilla is a traditional Spanish dish made with eggs, potatoes, and onions. It's a thick, hearty omelette that can be served warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
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4 medium potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
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1 onion (thinly sliced)
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5-6 eggs
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½ cup olive oil (for frying)
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Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
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Fry the Potatoes & Onions
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Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
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Add the sliced potatoes and onions. Stir occasionally and cook until soft (about 15 minutes).
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Drain excess oil and set potatoes aside.
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Prepare the Eggs
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In a bowl, whisk the eggs with salt & pepper.
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Add the cooked potatoes & onions to the eggs, mix gently, and let sit for 5 minutes.
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Cook the Tortilla
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Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
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Pour in the egg mixture and cook for 5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
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Flip the Tortilla
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Place a plate over the pan and carefully flip the tortilla onto the plate.
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Slide it back into the pan to cook the other side for 3-4 minutes.
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Serve & Enjoy!
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Let it cool slightly before slicing.
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Serve warm or at room temperature with aioli, a fresh salad, or bread.
Spanish Tortilla with Chorizo (Tortilla Española con Chorizo)
Adding chorizo to a traditional Spanish tortilla brings a smoky, spicy flavor that makes this dish even more delicious!
Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
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4 medium potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
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1 onion (thinly sliced)
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100g (3.5 oz) Spanish chorizo (sliced or diced)
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5-6 eggs
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½ cup olive oil (for frying)
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Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
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Fry the Chorizo
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Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Add the sliced chorizo and cook until it releases its flavorful oils (3-4 minutes).
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Remove and set aside.
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Cook the Potatoes & Onions
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In the same pan, add more olive oil if needed and fry the potatoes & onions over medium heat.
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Stir occasionally and cook until soft (about 15 minutes).
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Drain excess oil and transfer to a bowl.
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Prepare the Egg Mixture
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In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with salt & pepper.
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Add the cooked potatoes, onions, and chorizo. Mix gently and let sit for 5 minutes.
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Cook the Tortilla
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Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
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Pour in the egg mixture and cook for 5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
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Flip the Tortilla
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Place a large plate over the pan and carefully flip the tortilla onto the plate.
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Slide it back into the pan and cook for another 3-4 minutes until set.
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Serve & Enjoy!
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Let it cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
Serve warm or at room temperature with bread, aioli, or a fresh salad.