33 Egg Recipes for Breakfast and Beyond (2024)

Eggs have endless uses in recipes, from thickening custards to acting as a binder for meatballs. However, in these recipes, eggs are taking center stage — as a topping for salads and breakfast sandwiches, deviled and garnished with briny caviar, and nestled in a bed of escarole and feta cheese for a twist on shakshuka. There are dishes for breakfast, lunch, and everything in between. Read on for even more of our favorite egg recipes.

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Ande Ki Bhurji (Scrambled Eggs with Cumin and Fragrant Herbs)

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A traditional Indian scrambled egg dish, ande ki bhurji includes an almost equal amount of fresh yellow onion to eggs. As the beaten eggs cook (until they are fully set but not browned), the onion sweetens and mellows. Topped with toasted cumin seeds, cilantro, and fresh green chiles, this meal is fragrant and savory, with a distinct vegetal crunch.

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Turmeric-Poached Eggs with Chive Biscuits and Lobster Gravy

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This decadent brunch dish is reminiscent of crawfish étouffée, but with the West Coast vibes found all over the menu at chef Brooke Williamson's beachside restaurant complex, Playa Provisions. Lobster lends the gravy rich flavor, while the turmeric eggs add a sunny pop of color.

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Egg Bhurji (Spiced Indian Scrambled Eggs)

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Take just a few extra minutes, and plain scrambled eggs are transformed into this vibrant eggs bhurji (also spelled "bhurjee") breakfast, flavored with onions, chiles, ginger, tomatoes, and spices.

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Çilbir (Turkish Eggs)

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This dish served at Zaytinya by José Andrés is a contemporary homage to çilbir, a classic Turkish dish traditionally made with poached eggs, yogurt, and paprika butter. This version simplifies the technique by using a sunny-side-up egg while retaining the dish’s stunning visual appeal.

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Eggs Benny Toast

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The secret to this super-simple eggs Benedict? Cornstarch. It stabilizes the emulsion in the hollandaise, helping to prevent the sauce from breaking while it cooks over direct heat. Easier than poaching, gently steaming the eggs results in delicately tender whites and smooth, creamy yolks.

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Crispy Cheese Burritos with Chorizo and Eggs

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When Richard Chang was chef and owner of the Tacos La Tehuanita truck in Los Angeles, he wowed crowds with his burnt-cheese-roll taco, made by griddling cheese until crisp and rolling it up around various fillings. This version pairs chorizo-studded black beans and eggs with creamy avocado for richness.

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Soft Scrambled Eggs with Ham and Truffles

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Light and fluffy, these eggs are gently seasoned and generously perfumed by fresh black truffles. For the perfect creamy, tender bite, pull the eggs off of the heat before they set; they will continue to cook after they leave the stove.

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Broccoli Rabe and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dressing and Herby Molten Eggs

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"Spring is the season when warm and cold ingredients ought to mingle on one plate, and this salad brings all that to life," writes F&W Cooks contributor Andrea Slonecker. "To serve, keep the soft-cooked eggs and the roasted rabe on the warm side, rather than cold, and compose the salad on plates with a bit of artistic flare. Then I would tell you to pour a glass of Chablis and enjoy this spring situation for lunch or dinner, whatever suits your fancy."

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Boursin Omelet

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This beautifully basic omelet is the sleeper hit of chef Michael Tusk's French-inflected bar à vin menu at Verjus in San Francisco. An homage to his love of dairy, spreadable garlic-herb cheese melts richly into the creamy center of the tender eggs. While it makes for a delicious and satisfying breakfast, this omelet is best with some crusty baguette, a crisp salad, and a glass of Chardonnay.

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Gyeranjjim (Korean Steamed Eggs)

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Eunjo Park, a 2020 F&W Best New Chef, turns to the microwave to make gyeranjjim, a fluffy and luxurious dish of Korean steamed eggs, in just a few minutes. The eggs are infused with flavorful broth and topped with all kinds of optional garnishes, like a drizzle of toasted sesame oil or hot chile oil, or a sprinkle of scallions, sesame seeds, or cod roe.

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Caviar-Topped Deviled Eggs

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For these deviled eggs, chef Evan Babb channels his mother's and grandmother's classic recipes for the filling, which gets a briny kick from a splash of olive juice. A dollop of sturgeon caviar on top takes these deviled eggs to the next level.

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Rustic Pepper Stew with Jammy Eggs

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F&W editor in chief Hunter Lewis' Spanish-style stew is an easy summer vegetarian dinner recipe for when peppers are in high season at the farmers market. To make it, slices of mild, sweet peppers are gently stewed over medium-low heat. Once the peppers are done, a splash of vinegar, fresh herbs, and a topping of halved soft-cooked eggs and croutons transform the stewed peppers into a fine light dinner.

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Egg in a Bagel Hole

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Adding water to the skillet helps cook the eggs evenly without burning the bagel halves, resulting in a lightly toasted bagel wrapped around a perfectly runny yolk. Savory smoked salmon and creamy avocado complete this classic breakfast.

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Escarole Shakshuka

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Eggs poached in a savory sauce are livened up with the addition of silky, sweet escarole and tangy feta. A deliciously bright addition to your breakfast or brunch spread, serve with crusty bread or toast for sopping.

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Basted Egg Tartines with Creamed Mustard

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Sour cream adds milky richness to both Dijon and whole-grain mustards with a splash of lemon juice for brightness. This simple, creamy sauce pairs with lightly bitter greens and rich, runny egg yolks for a beautiful breakfast. Try leftover sauce on baked salmon.

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Breakfast Egg Cups with Parsley Gremolata and Mushrooms

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These surprisingly elegant, savory herb-topped eggs bake up in a muffin pan, so it's easy to make breakfast or brunch for a few days — or for more than a few people. Serve any leftover breakfast egg cups sandwiched between buttered, toasted English muffins or brioche slices.

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Chilaquiles Rojos with Fried Eggs and Cotija

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Charring the tomato and onion before adding them to the red chile sauce is a quick way to create rich, slow-cooked flavor. Thick-cut fresh tortilla chips soak up the sauce and runny egg yolks without getting soggy.

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Kai Jeow Moo Sab (Thai Fried Omelet with Pork)

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"The first time that I ate one of these omelets was on the street in Thailand," says Leah Cohen, chef of New York's Pig & Khao. "I had never eaten a deep-fried egg and I was shocked that it was crispy but still tender. My mind was blown and [the] low-and-slow egg cooking that my French training taught me was turned on its ear."

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Parsley Egg Noodles

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This basic recipe for fresh egg noodles is studded with bright green parsley. Serve the noodles simply buttered or with this Squash-and-Tomato Sugo.

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Spicy Sesame, Bacon, and Egg Congee

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Taking a cue from Top Chef alum Mei Lin, we're adding spicy pork, creamy egg yolks, and crunchy sesame to classic rice congee. Low and slow cooking is the key to its great texture; adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle bubble that results in tender grains.

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Scrambled Egg and Avocado Breakfast Sandwiches

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This simple and satisfying breakfast sandwich recipe calls for American cheese, but it's equally delicious with Gruyère or sharp cheddar. Feel free to use your favorite toast if you don't have English muffins. A dash of vinegary hot sauce is a great addition here.

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Steak and Eggs Benedict with Red Wine Hollandaise

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Classic hollandaise sauce is prepared with butter, egg yolks, and lemon juice. Here, chef Neal Fraser adds a red wine and port reduction to the rich sauce, which is delicious with the juicy tenderloin steak that accompanies the poached eggs.

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Mushroom Tortilla

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This Spanish mushroom omelet from chef José Andrés is super-simple and a great make-ahead dish for brunch.

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Potatoes Benedict with Make-Ahead Poached Eggs

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"In this take on eggs Benedict, crispy potato rounds are a fun, gluten-free substitute for the everyday English muffins," F&W culinary director at large Justin Chapple writes. "A combination of extra-virgin olive oil and butter gives the potatoes incredible flavor and a golden, crunchy crust that provides the best-ever canvas for poached eggs."

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Stovetop Asparagus Frittata

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For this single-serving frittata, chef Nancy Silverton cooks the eggs gently, then tops them with asparagus, prosciutto, and crème fraîche. Since the frittata is not warmed in the oven, it's best to have the toppings at room temperature. Also, keep them near the pan so you can work quickly once the eggs are cooked.

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Quinoa Egg Bowl with Pecorino

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Cookbook author Melissa Clark takes inspiration from Caesar salad in this quinoa bowl, which includes a soft runny egg and a lemony, cheese-spiked dressing. It's one of the best grain bowls we've ever had.

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Deviled Egg Toast

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This twist on deviled eggs is Chef Missy Robbins' favorite way to get the salty, spicy, tangy filling all in one crunchy bite. Robbins usually tops her crostini with bottarga or tuna roe but recommends truffles or even hot sauce, too.

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Poached Eggs with Red Wine Sauce

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A rich red wine sauce adds a touch of French luxury to these perfectly poached eggs.

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Za'atar Baked Eggs

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"In my teens, I spent a summer on a kibbutz in Israel working in my first professional kitchen," Gail Simmons writes. "I was assigned to breakfast duty and fell in love with scrambling, poaching, and frying eggs by the dozens. Today, one of my go-to brunches is baked eggs in a cherry tomato–pepper mix seasoned with the Mediterranean spice blend za'atar. It never fails to conjure happy memories of that magical time."

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Steak and Eggs

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2018 F&W Best New Chef Kevin Tien fries a dozen quail eggs for a rich and playful pairing with seared steak. Nuoc cham — the Vietnamese power chord of lime, chiles, and fish sauce — dresses crunchy greens. Letting mushrooms and kombu soak in soy sauce for 24 hours yields a deeply savory sauce — a drizzle of it cranks up the steak’s umami.

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Kuku Sabzi (Persian Herb Frittata)

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Kuku sibzamini is the Persian version of a frittata. Shredded carrots, onion, zucchini and potato give it excellent texture — light and airy but deeply satisfying — while saffron adds the distinct Persian flavor.

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Sherried Mushrooms with Fried Eggs on Toast

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For a fabulous topping for a fried egg on toast, chef Cindy Pawlcyn sautés mushrooms and onions with the Spanish dry sherry oloroso.

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Poached Eggs with Sunchokes and Comté Polenta

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Chef David Bouley serves eggs en cocotte with three purees — fennel, sunchoke, and polenta — plus Comté foam. Home cooks can pair baked eggs with cheese polenta, evoking Bouley's Comté foam with polenta puree.

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33 Egg Recipes for Breakfast and Beyond (2024)

FAQs

What to eat with eggs for breakfast for weight loss? ›

Eggs + Ezekiel Bread

If you love sunny side up eggs, grab some sprouted Ezekiel bread to soak up that yolk. Full of sprouted whole grains, you're actually getting more protein and fiber. It also has four grams of fiber per slice, meaning you'll stay fuller longer and less inclined to snack right when you get to work.

What can I make with a lot of eggs? ›

French toast. Learn to make homemade mayonnaise (surprisingly easy if you have an immersion blender). Bake meringue based things (pavlovas, meringue cookies, macarons) and learn to make lemon curd (Ina Garten's recipe is fantastic) or custards with the yolks. Frittatas (Spanish omelette) and quiches use a lot of eggs.

What is 30 eggs called? ›

A crate (or box) of eggs contains multiple flats or cartons. Egg flats come in two sizes, 20-count and 30-count. This is a 30-count flat of eggs (30/flat)

What is a high protein breakfast to lose belly fat? ›

Here are a few examples of high-protein breakfasts that can help you lose weight: Scrambled eggs: with veggies, fried in coconut oil or olive oil. An omelette: with cottage cheese and spinach (my personal favorite). Stir-fried tofu: with kale and dairy-free cheese.

What is the healthiest thing to eat with eggs? ›

Eat your eggs with other nutritious foods, such as whole grain toast, whole fruit, or sautéed vegetables.

Is it better to eat 3 eggs or 2 eggs for breakfast? ›

A small study in 38 healthy adults found that as many as 3 eggs per day improved LDL and HDL levels and the LDL-to-HDL ratio. Yet, experts might shy away from suggesting more than 2 eggs per day, with many still suggesting that you stick to 1 ( 34 ).

Is it better to eat one egg or two for breakfast? ›

Eggs are also a great source of vitamins A, D and B12, as well as choline, a nutrient essential in many steps of metabolism. Except for its cholesterol content, one egg is a healthy option for breakfast lunch or dinner.

What is the best cheese for breakfast eggs? ›

We usually choose Edam, Gouda, or Cheddar, but other semi-hard cheeses you love will work too.

What to do with a lot of eggs that are about to expire? ›

Even though refrigerated eggs stay fresh for several weeks beyond their sell-by or expiration date, they don't last forever. So use the surplus eggs for something practical, like whipping up a drool-worthy frittata for your next breakfast or baking a cake for your upcoming neighborhood potluck.

Can you eat 30 eggs at once? ›

Eggs have sodium, and eating 3 eggs is probably enough sodium for your body for one day; any more than that is “overdosing” if it is eaten daily. The sodium will keep water inside your body, and this will make your blood volume greater, and thus increase your blood pressure.

Is 30 eggs a day too much? ›

The American Heart Association recommends up to one egg a day for most people, fewer for people with high blood cholesterol, especially those with diabetes or who are at risk for heart failure, and up to two eggs a day for older people with normal cholesterol levels and who eat a healthy diet.

Can you boil 30 eggs at once? ›

There's no limit to how many eggs you can boil at once, as long as each one is fully submerged in water while cooking. Next, bring the water to full boil, and then reduce the heat so the water is just simmering.

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