Egg and potato sandwiches are a breakfast staple, a delicious and satisfying combination of fluffy eggs, tender potatoes, and your favorite bread. Whether you prefer a classic diner-style sandwich with crispy potato hash or a more gourmet version with roasted potatoes and aioli, there's an egg and potato sandwich recipe out there to suit every taste. From simple and quick weekday breakfasts to indulgent weekend brunches, these sandwiches are a versatile and easy meal that can be customized to your liking. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for egg and potato sandwiches, ensuring you find the perfect combination of flavors and textures to start your day off right.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
POTATO, CHORIZO, AND EGG SANDWICHES
This picnic-perfect sandwich is inspired by tortilla Española, a Spanish-style omelet filled with potatoes and onion. We stir in chorizo sausage for savory smokiness and make it portable by serving slices on soft kaiser rolls.
Provided by Lauryn Tyrell
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Stir together mayonnaise, Peppadews, and 2 tablespoons scallions; season with salt and pepper. In a medium nonstick skillet, bring 3 tablespoons oil, potatoes, and 1 cup water to a boil over medium heat; season. Boil, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add remaining scallions and chorizo. Cook, stirring, until scallions are soft, 1 minute. Whisk eggs in a large heatproof bowl; stir in potato mixture to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in clean skillet over medium-high. Add egg mixture; cook, stirring to develop curds, 1 minute. Transfer to oven; bake until just set, 10 to 13 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes. Run a rubber spatula around edges; slide onto a cutting board. Slice and serve on rolls, with mayo mixture and arugula.
MOROCCAN-STYLE POTATO AND EGG SANDWICHES
Steps:
- Cover eggs with cold water by 1 1/2 inches in a 1 1/2- to 2-quart saucepan and bring to a rolling boil, partially covered. Reduce heat to low and cook eggs, covered, 30 seconds. Remove from heat and let eggs stand in hot water, covered, 15 minutes. Rinse eggs under cold water 5 minutes to stop cooking. Peel eggs and quarter lengthwise.
- Meanwhile, toast cumin seeds in a dry 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant and a few shades darker, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool, then grind to a powder in grinder. Transfer to a small serving bowl.
- Cook peppers, onion, potatoes, salt, and pepper in oil in same skillet over moderate heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are browned and very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut off an end of each roll and pull out some of bread from center to form a wide deep pocket in each roll. Put 2 egg quarters in bottom of each pocket and fill with vegetable mixture. Top filling in each sandwich with 2 of remaining egg quarters and sprinkle with some of cumin.
- Serve sandwiches with remaining cumin and oil and harissa for seasoning.
EGG AND POTATO SANDWICHES
Steps:
- 1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potato and cook, tossing, until browned and begaining to soften, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the slice pepper and onion and season with salt. Cook, tossing occasionally, until potato is cooked through and the pepper and onion are browned but not completely soft, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 2. Meanwhile, beat the eggs in a bowl and season with salt. Reduce the heat to low and give the pan a moment to cool. Pour in the eggs and cook, stirring constantly, until jet set, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- 3. Toss the arugula with the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil and the vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt. Fill each roll with the scrambled eggs, cheese, if desired, and the arugula.
Tips:
- For the perfect hard-boiled egg, place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 10-12 minutes, then drain and immediately place eggs in an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- Use a combination of mayonnaise and mustard for a classic egg salad filling. For a tangy twist, add a dollop of Dijon mustard.
- If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, use 1/2 teaspoon of dried herbs for each tablespoon of fresh herbs called for in the recipe.
- Serve egg and potato sandwiches immediately or wrap them tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Egg and potato sandwiches are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be an egg and potato sandwich recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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