Eggs can do so much more than just breakfast. Our collection of innovative egg recipes shows off the versatility of this protein-packed staple. From Tex-Mex egg muffins perfect for meal prepping to keto-friendly egg “noodles” and crispy Chinese salt & pepper eggs, eggs shine in dishes across cuisines. Learn new techniques for achieving the perfect poached, baked or scrambled egg texture. We’re cracking this kitchen staple wide open to reveal tasty new meals, sides and snack potential.
Snacks and Appetizers Egg Recipes
Deviled Eggs
- Hard-boiled eggs, halved and yolks mixed with mayo, mustard, spices
- Garnished with paprika, bacon bits, finely chopped veggies
Scotch Eggs
- Hard-boiled eggs wrapped in sausage meat, then breadcrumbs
- Deep fried or baked until crispy exterior
Frittatas
- Whisked eggs baked with mix-ins like cheese, veggies, meats
- Served in petite wedges
Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps
- Hard-boiled eggs mashed with mayo, mustard, celery
- Served wrapped in lettuce leaves
Cheesy Spinach-Stuffed Mushrooms
- Large mushroom caps filled with spinach, eggs, cheese
- Baked until hot and melty
Huevos Rancheros Cups
- Mini fried tortilla cups filled with ranchero sauce, beans, egg
- Finish with avocado, cotija cheese
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
- Grilled or roasted asparagus wrapped in prosciutto
- Topped with a small fried egg
1. Tapas-Style Pepper, Bean & Egg Stew With Crispy Potatoes
Ingredients Bean & Egg Recipes
- Olive oil
- Onion, chopped
- Red bell pepper, sliced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Tomato, diced
- Beans (kidney, cannellini etc), drained if using canned
- Vegetable or chicken broth
- Dried herbs like oregano and thyme
- Eggs
- Potatoes, chopped into wedges
- Smoked paprika
- Mayo
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pot over medium-high. Sauté onion and pepper until softened. Give the garlic another minute of cooking.
- Stir in tomatoes, beans, broth and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Make indentations in the stew and carefully crack eggs into them. Cover and poach eggs gently for 5-7 minutes until whites set but yolks runny.
- Meanwhile, boil potato wedges then drain thoroughly and pat very dry. Toss potatoes with oil and smoked paprika. Bake or air fry until crisped and browned.
- Serve stew topped with crispy potatoes and a dollop of smoky spiced mayo. Enjoy with crusty bread!
2. Spanish-Style Eggs, Chorizo & Peppers
Ingredients for Spanish-style egg recipes
- Olive oil
- Chorizo sausage, sliced
- Onion, diced
- Red and green bell peppers, sliced
- Garlic (optional)
- Eggs
- Milk
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Sliced bread, toasted
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned and crispy.
- Add the peppers and onion. Sauté 5 minutes until softened. Cook for 1 minute after adding the garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Reduce the heat to low and pour in the egg mixture. Gently scramble the eggs, folding cooked portions over until eggs reach your desired doneness.
- Remove from heat and top with fresh parsley.
- Serve the scrambled eggs topped with the chorizo pepper mix, with slices of toasted bread on the side. Enjoy!
3. Dukkah-Rolled Middle Eastern Eggs
Ingredients for Eastern egg recipes:
For the dukkah
- Hazelnuts
- Sesame seeds
- Coriander seeds
- Cumin seeds
- Black peppercorns
- Sea salt
- Dried oregano
For the eggs
- Eggs
- Salad greens
- Lemon vinaigrette
Instructions
- Make the dukkah: In a dry skillet, separately toast the hazelnuts, sesame seeds, coriander seeds, and cumin seeds until fragrant. Allow to cool.
- In a food processor, combine the toasted ingredients. Add black pepper, sea salt and oregano. Pulse to achieve a coarse, crunchy texture.
- Hard boil the eggs. Cool completely, then pat thoroughly dry.
- Spread dukkah out on a plate. One by one, roll hard-boiled eggs gently in the dukkah to evenly coat the surface.
- Serve dukkah-coated eggs arranged over salad greens. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette. Enjoy!
4. Jewelled Bulgur With Feta And Sumac Fried Egg
Ingredients for fried egg recipes:
For the bulgur
- Bulgur wheat
- Vegetable broth
- Assorted chopped veggies (carrots, bell pepper, etc)
- Dried fruits (cranberries, apricots, cherries, etc)
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
- Feta cheese
For the egg
- Eggs
- Butter
- Sumac spice
Instructions
- Prepare the bulgur wheat according to package instructions with veggie broth.
- Stir in chopped colourful vegetables, dried fruits, parsley, lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the bulgur mixture to serving plates. Top with feta cheese crumbles.
- In a skillet, fry the egg sunny-side up in butter over medium heat. Sprinkle with sumac spice.
- Top the “jewelled” bulgur salad with the sumac fried egg. Serve warm.
5. Pork Belly, Lentils, Pea Shoots & Eggs
Ingredients
- Pork belly, cut into cubes
- Lentils
- Vegetable or chicken broth
- Pea shoots
- Eggs
- White wine vinegar
- Olive oil
- Mustard
- Garlic
- Herbs like thyme
Instructions
- Simmer the pork belly cubes in broth until very tender, 1-2 hours.
- Meanwhile, cook the lentils per package instructions in broth. Toss with a vinaigrette of vinegar, oil, and mustard.
- Soft poached eggs in gently simmering water for 3-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Plate the warm lentils in shallow bowls. Top with sliced pork belly, then pea shoots.
- Finish with the soft poached eggs gently placed on top. Season and enjoy!
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Conclusion
With all the unique and globally-inspired egg recipes available today, there’s no reason for eggs to ever get boring. Venture beyond the typical scrambled or fried egg and wake up your tastebuds with innovative new preparations tailored to your dietary needs. Get creative prepping egg muffins for your weekly meal plan or whipping up Instgram-worthy egg dishes to impress dinner guests with Gousto. However you crack them, eggs provide endlessly adaptable convenience, nutrition and flavour. Follow Feedhour for more information.