Egg dishes play an important role in different cuisines around the world. Each culture has created delicious dishes using eggs in unique ways. Here are some of the best egg dishes in the world:
1. Shakshuka (Türkiye)
It is one of the most popular breakfast dishes in Turkish cuisine. Prepared with vegetables such as eggplant, zucchini, tomato, onion, pepper, this dish is served with eggs and olive oil poured on top. It offers a perfect taste with its soft egg and rich vegetable aroma.
2. Shakshuka (Middle East)
A staple of Middle Eastern cuisine, shakshuka is especially popular in countries like Israel, Tunisia and Egypt. Eggs cooked in a spicy tomato sauce are flavored with peppers, onions, garlic and cumin. It is usually served with bread.
3. Eggs Benedict (USA)
This classic American breakfast is made with poached eggs, bacon, and artichokes, served on a toasted English muffin with hollandaise sauce for a rich, creamy flavor.
4. Tamago Sushi (Japan)
Tamago, one of the most unique egg dishes of Japanese cuisine, is a sweet omelet (tamagoyaki) placed in thin slices on sushi. It is usually served with soy sauce and wasabi.
5. Tortilla Española (Spain)
Tortilla española, one of the most well-known dishes of Spanish cuisine, is an omelet made of eggs, potatoes and onions. It is lightly fried and can usually be eaten cold.
6. Frittata (Italy)
A traditional Italian egg dish, frittata consists of eggs stuffed with various ingredients (vegetables, cheese, meat) and cooked. A frittata is cooked like an omelet, but thicker and contains more ingredients.
7. Huevos Rancheros (Mexico)
It is one of the most famous breakfast dishes in Mexico. Eggs cooked with tomato sauce, peppers and spices are placed on a warm corn tortilla. It is usually served with fresh avocado, cheese and fresh cilantro on top.
8. Egg Curry (India)
Egg curry, very popular in India, is made by cooking hard-boiled eggs in a spicy, creamy sauce. It is usually served with rice or bread.
9. Kedgeree (England)
This traditional English dish is made with smoked whale, hard-boiled eggs, rice and spices. It is especially popular as a breakfast and is usually garnished with fresh parsley.
10 Coddled Eggs (England)
This dish, made by slowly dropping eggs into boiling water and cooking them, has a soft and creamy consistency. It is usually preferred for breakfast or light dinners.
These are just a few of the egg recipes that are loved and respected in different cuisines around the world, from villages to cities. Eggs add flavor, protein and richness to dishes, while also having a rich variety across different cultures.
