Eggs are incredibly versatile and can be cooked in countless delicious ways. Here are some delightful egg recipes, each showcasing a different method or style of cooking eggs, ensuring there’s something for everyone’s taste!
1. Classic French Omelette
Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Optional fillings: cheese, herbs, mushrooms, diced ham
Instructions:
- Beat the eggs with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Pour in the eggs and stir briefly. As the edges set, lift them gently with a spatula, letting the uncooked eggs flow underneath.
- When the eggs are mostly set but still slightly runny on top, add any fillings.
- Fold the omelette in half and slide onto a plate. Serve immediately.
2. Shakshuka
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and chili flakes, to taste
- 4-6 large eggs
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper, and sauté until soft.
- Stir in tomato sauce, paprika, cumin, salt, and chili flakes. Simmer until it thickens slightly.
- Make wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well.
- Cover and cook until eggs are just set.
- Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve with crusty bread.