Description
A quick and hearty scrambled eggs recipe featuring grated potatoes and fresh chives, optionally enhanced with savory salami or fatty sausage. This dish combines crispy, tender potatoes with fluffy scrambled eggs, flavored with a hint of sour cream and aromatic seasonings, perfect for a satisfying breakfast or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 3 eggs
- Salt, dried garlic, and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- Chives, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
Potatoes and Cooking Fat
- 1 large potato, peeled and grated
- Salami or other fatty sausage (optional, about 2-3 ounces)
- Oil for greasing the pan (if not using sausage, about 1 tablespoon)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato: Peel and grate the potato. Set it aside to be added later.
- Heat the Pan: If not using sausage, warm a little oil in a frying pan over medium heat to prevent sticking and for cooking the potatoes.
- Cook the Sausage: If using salami or fatty sausage, chop into small pieces and cook in the pan for 2–3 minutes until the fat is released, creating a flavorful cooking base.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add the grated potato to the pan. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and lightly crispy on the edges.
- Mix the Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs with salt, dried garlic, black pepper, and sour cream until thoroughly combined.
- Combine Eggs and Potatoes: Push the cooked potatoes to one side of the pan. Pour the egg mixture into the other side and let it set for 1–2 minutes without stirring, allowing the eggs to begin cooking.
- Scramble the Eggs: Gently stir the eggs to scramble, mixing them into the potatoes for even flavor and texture.
- Add Chives and Finish Cooking: Stir in the finely chopped chives and continue to cook just until the eggs are fully cooked but still soft and moist.
- Serve: Serve the scrambled eggs and potatoes hot directly from the pan for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Chopping and cooking the sausage adds extra flavor from the rendered fat; omit for a lighter version and use oil instead.
- Make sure not to overcook the eggs to keep them soft and creamy.
- You can add other herbs or spices such as parsley or paprika for different flavor profiles.
- Serving suggestion: pair with toasted bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
