Alheira de Mirandela Pan-Seared with Fried Egg
Alheira de Mirandela Pan-Seared with Fried Egg
Classic DishAlheira de Mirandela
Prep: 10 min • Cook: 25 min. Experience the classic Alheira de Mirandela, pan-seared until golden and crispy, served atop perfectly fried eggs with roasted potatoes for a hearty, traditional Portuguese breakfast or light meal.
- Preparation time
- 10 min
- Cooking time
- 25 min
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 2
Instructions
Roast Potatoes
- 1Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2Toss potato cubes with 2 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- 3Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown, flipping halfway through.
Prepare Alheira and Eggs
- 1While potatoes are roasting, prick the alheiras with a fork to prevent bursting.
- 2Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- 3Add the alheiras and pan-sear for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and heated through.
- 4In a separate pan, fry the eggs to your preference using the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil.
Assemble
- 1Divide the roasted potatoes between two plates.
- 2Place one pan-seared alheira on top of the potatoes on each plate.
- 3Top each alheira with a fried egg.
- 4Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 550 kcal
- Protein
- 25 g
- Fat
- 35 g
- Carbs
- 30 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
Tips
- To ensure the alheira cooks evenly and doesn't burst, prick it a few times with a fork before pan-searing.
- Serve immediately. Alheira de Mirandela pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad or crusty bread.
- Cut potatoes into uniform cubes for even roasting. You can also parboil them for 5 minutes before roasting.
