Asian Inspired Scrambled Eggs
This recipe came together one cold, dark morning in the depths of winter. If you’re looking for a flavour packed, protein rich breakfast with a little spicy kick then this hits the spot!
We’re using whole eggs to ensure we are getting all of those beautiful nutrients from the yolks (eggs really are nature’s multivitamin) and by choosing shiitake mushrooms we are also adding extra support for the immune system - if you can’t access these though don’t worry, all mushrooms have a multitude of health benefits so you can use any kind you like.
This dish is amazing served with kimchi for added probiotic benefits and an extra hit of spice.
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ngredients (serves 1):
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 shiitake mushrooms
3 whole eggs
1 spring onion
1 long red chilli
1 tsp sesame oil
Salt & pepper to taste
Kimchi to serve
Method:
Finely chop the red chilli.
Thinly slice the spring onions.
Crack the eggs into a bowl along with the sesame oil and add a dash of water.
Whisk the eggs with a fork or whisk until well combined and smooth.
Add the spring onion and chilli to the bowl & season to your liking with salt & pepper.
Stir through to combine.
Preheat a medium-large frypan over moderate heat, then add the extra virgin olive oil.
Cook the shiitake mushrooms for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned and softened.
Add the egg mixture to the pan and continue to cook over a medium-low heat, stirring and folding every few seconds to cook evenly and create the scrambled texture.
Serve hot with a big spoonful of kimchi for added gut-loving benefits!
Why consider adding kimchi?
Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish, most commonly made with a base of cabbage and the distinct punch of chilli. As it is a fermented food, it naturally contains probiotic bacteria that can have beneficial impacts on our gut microbiome health.
If you are new to eating fermented foods, it is best to start with a very small amount initially and then gradually increase your intake as your tolerance improves. Too much, too soon may result in some unwanted gut symptoms such as bloating and gas.
With the ever growing popularity of fermented foods, you can now find kimchi in the refrigerated section of most supermarkets and health food stores.
