eggs Recipes
74 delicious eggs recipes from around the world
Açorda Alentejana
A comforting and rustic Portuguese bread soup from the Alentejo region, featuring a fragrant garlic and cilantro base, softened bread, and perfectly poached eggs. This dish is a testament to simple ingredients transformed into a flavorful meal.
Bacalhau à Brás
A beloved Portuguese comfort food, this dish features shredded salt cod (bacalhau) mixed with finely julienned fried potatoes, softened onions, garlic, and scrambled eggs, creating a wonderfully silky and satisfying texture. It's often garnished with black olives and fresh parsley.
Barszcz Biały (White Borscht)
Barszcz Biały, or White Borscht, is a traditional Polish soup often enjoyed during Easter. It's similar to Żurek but typically has a milder, less sour flavor profile. This recipe focuses on a fermented base for a complex yet delicate taste.
Bauernfrühstück (German Farmer's Breakfast)
A hearty and satisfying one-pan German breakfast or brunch dish featuring crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and fluffy scrambled eggs. Perfect for a weekend treat!
Brioche
A classic French butter bread, incredibly rich, eggy, and buttery. Its tender crumb makes it perfect for toast, French toast, sandwiches, or enjoyed simply on its own.
Falscher Hase (German Meatloaf with Hidden Eggs)
A classic German comfort food, 'Falscher Hase' translates to 'False Hare' and is a savory meatloaf with a surprise of hard-boiled eggs nestled inside. This recipe offers a detailed guide to creating this hearty and satisfying dish.
Huevos Rotos
Huevos Rotos, meaning 'broken eggs', is a classic Spanish tapa or bar food. It features crispy fried potatoes topped with perfectly fried eggs with runny yolks, and savory jamón serrano. The eggs are traditionally broken at the table, hence the name.
Italian Frittata
A rustic Italian open-faced omelet, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. This versatile dish features eggs baked with your choice of vegetables or leftover pasta, and is finished with savory Pecorino cheese and fresh herbs.
Oeufs en Meurette (Poached Eggs in Red Wine Sauce)
A classic Burgundian brunch dish featuring perfectly poached eggs nestled in a rich, savory red wine sauce, accompanied by crispy lardons, tender pearl onions, and sautéed mushrooms. Traditionally served with toasted bread.
Omelette aux Fines Herbes
A classic French Omelette aux Fines Herbes, showcasing delicate technique for a perfectly creamy interior and a pale, tender exterior. This recipe features a blend of fresh chervil, chives, parsley, and tarragon for an aromatic and flavorful experience.
Pão de Ló
A classic Portuguese sponge cake known for its light, airy texture and often a delightfully moist center. This recipe aims for a tender crumb with a slightly underbaked, custardy core, characteristic of many regional variations.
Piperade
A vibrant and flavorful Basque specialty featuring sweet peppers, ripe tomatoes, and onions gently cooked and then folded with soft scrambled eggs. Traditionally served with thinly sliced Bayonne ham, it's a delightful and hearty breakfast or light meal.
Quiche Lorraine
The original French savory tart from Lorraine - a silky egg custard with crispy lardons baked in a buttery, flaky pastry. Simple perfection.
Revuelto de Ajetes (Spanish Scrambled Eggs with Wild Garlic Shoots)
A classic Spanish springtime dish featuring silky, creamy scrambled eggs gently cooked with tender young wild garlic shoots. This revuelto is a testament to simple ingredients and refined technique, offering a delicate yet flavorful experience.
Salade Lyonnaise
A classic French bistro starter from Lyon, featuring crisp frisée lettuce, savory lardons (bacon), and a perfectly poached egg, all brought together with a warm, tangy vinaigrette. The runny yolk acts as a rich sauce, making this salad both elegant and satisfying.
Senfeier (Eggs in Mustard Sauce)
A comforting and classic German dish featuring hard-boiled eggs bathed in a creamy, tangy mustard sauce. Traditionally served with boiled potatoes, it's a quick and satisfying meal.
Spaghetti alla Carbonara
Roman pasta with guanciale, eggs, and pecorino. No cream - authentic Roman style.
Tortilla Española (Spanish Potato Omelette)
Spain's iconic potato omelette - layers of tender, slow-cooked potatoes and onions bound with eggs into a thick, golden cake. A staple of tapas and a comforting meal.
Zabaglione (Italian Egg Custard)
A classic Italian dessert, Zabaglione is a warm, frothy custard made by whipping egg yolks with sugar and Marsala wine over a bain-marie. It's light, airy, and delicately sweet, perfect served with fresh berries.
Menemen
Turkish scrambled eggs with tomatoes - eggs scrambled with tomatoes and peppers. Turkish breakfast essential.
Çılbır
Turkish poached eggs - eggs on garlic yogurt with chili butter. Ottoman breakfast.
Menemen
Turkish egg scramble - eggs with tomatoes and peppers. Breakfast classic.
Shakshuka
Middle Eastern eggs poached in spiced tomato sauce - a one-pan breakfast that's become a global sensation.
Shakshuka
Middle Eastern eggs in tomato sauce - eggs poached in spiced tomato and pepper stew. North African origin, Israeli staple.