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Spanish Garlic Eggs

Irresistible Spanish Garlic Eggs: A Breakfast to Savor

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Discover the delightful Spanish Garlic Eggs, a vegetarian dish that combines crispy eggs with fragrant garlic and parsley sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 eggs
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality Spanish olive oil for best results.
  • 2 pieces Cage-Free Organic Eggs Any fresh eggs can be substituted.
For the Garlic and Parsley Sauce
  • 6 cloves Garlic 2 cloves for the paste and 4 cloves sliced for frying.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Fresh cilantro can be used for a unique twist.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Sea Salt Adjust based on personal preference.
  • to taste Black Pepper Omit if desired.

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • mortar and pestle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spanish Garlic Eggs
  1. Start by pounding 2 cloves of garlic with a pinch of sea salt and 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley in a mortar until it forms a paste. Gradually mix in 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, creating a flavorful sauce. Set this aside.
  2. In a small to medium frying pan, pour in 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil and place it over medium heat. Allow the oil to heat until shimmering.
  3. While the oil is heating, thinly slice the remaining 4 cloves of garlic. Aim for uniform slices to ensure even cooking.
  4. Once the oil is hot, carefully add half of the sliced garlic to the pan. Fry it for about 30-45 seconds until it turns lightly golden.
  5. With the garlic sizzling, crack 2 cage-free organic eggs directly into the pan. Cook them undisturbed for 1-2 minutes.
  6. While the eggs are frying, spoon the fragrant sautéed garlic over the whites. Keep an eye on the doneness.
  7. Gently remove the eggs from the pan, shaking off any excess oil as you transfer them to a serving plate.
  8. Finally, sprinkle the fried eggs with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Drizzle the prepared parsley-garlic sauce over the top and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eggCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store any leftover Spanish Garlic Eggs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat.

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