Egg and Potato Breakfast

Meat & Veggies

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Channel: Meat & Veggies
Host: Meat & Veggies
Published: Aug 5, 2025
Views: 8.7k

Recipe Overview

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Difficulty: Beginner
Serves: 1

Overview

This Egg and Potato dish is a delightful way to start your day. With just two eggs and a potato, you can create a filling breakfast that’s both simple and satisfying. The process begins by cracking the eggs into a mixing bowl, where you can season them with salt and pepper to taste. The addition of chopped green onions adds a fresh touch, making it not just tasty but also visually appealing.

As you prepare the potato, slicing it thinly ensures it cooks quickly and evenly. Heating the pan with vegetable oil allows the potato slices to crisp up beautifully, creating a lovely contrast with the soft eggs. Once the potatoes are golden, you pour in the beaten eggs, and if you’re feeling adventurous, you can toss in some finely chopped red pepper for an extra kick.

Covering the pan with a lid while cooking helps the eggs set perfectly, and topping it off with shredded cheese makes it even more indulgent. In just a few minutes, you have a delicious breakfast ready to enjoy. This dish is not only quick to make but also versatile; you can easily customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices. It’s a fantastic option for busy mornings or lazy weekends alike.

Recipe Details

Steps & Tips

1
00:00

Crack 2 eggs into a mixing bowl.

00:10

Tip: Chop green onions finely for better distribution in the egg mixture.

00:11

Tip: Season eggs with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.

2
00:19

Chop up some green onions.

3
00:26

Add chopped green onions to the eggs.

4
00:29

Mix the eggs and green onions well.

5
00:36

Peel and thinly slice 1 potato.

6
00:45

Heat up a pan over medium heat.

7
00:47

Add vegetable oil and place the potato slices in the pan.

8
00:55

Flip over the potato after 2 minutes.

9
01:03

Add the egg mixture to the pan.

10
01:10

Finely chop some red pepper (optional).

01:10

Tip: Finely chop red pepper for a more even cooking and flavor integration.

11
01:18

Add chopped red pepper to the egg mixture.

12
01:22

Cover the top with shredded cheese.

01:22

Tip: Cover with cheese to add creaminess and flavor.

13
01:31

Cover with a lid and cook for 3 minutes.

14
01:37

Dish is done, hope you enjoy!

Ingredients

Serves: 1
Green Onionto taste
Red Pepperto taste
Cheeseto taste
Vegetable Oil1 tbsp
Salt1 tsp
Pepperto taste
Allergen Alerts

Ingredient: Dairy

    → Substitution: Almond Milk

Ingredient: Eggs

    → Substitution: Chia Egg

Nutrition

Calories
350
kcal per serving
Protein
14
per serving
Carbs
30
per serving

Skill Level

Skill Level Beginner
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Interesting Tidbits

  • Cooking potatoes in a pan with oil creates a crispy texture that complements the soft eggs.
  • Adding cheese on top of the eggs enhances the flavor and adds creaminess.
  • Green onions provide a fresh, mild onion flavor that brightens the dish.
  • Covering the pan while cooking helps the eggs set evenly and retain moisture.