Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs Recipe
A quick and elegant breakfast or brunch recipe featuring creamy smoked salmon scrambled eggs cooked gently in butter and finished with fresh chives for a delicate, flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 2 Tablespoons milk or cream
- Salt (to taste, use sparingly)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Other Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon salted butter
- 2 ounces smoked salmon
- Chopped chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the Butter: Melt the butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat to provide a rich base for the eggs and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk or cream until smooth. Season lightly with salt and pepper, keeping in mind the smoked salmon’s inherent saltiness.
- Start Scrambling: Pour the egg mixture into the pan with melted butter. Cook slowly over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a spatula or wooden spoon to form soft curds while ensuring the eggs remain slightly undercooked.
- Add Smoked Salmon: Incorporate the smoked salmon chunks into the eggs and continue to cook gently, mixing until the eggs are just set, fully cooked but still moist and soft.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the scrambled eggs with chopped chives for freshness. Serve immediately, either in the pan placed on a trivet or transferred to individual serving plates.
Notes
- Use low heat and gentle stirring to achieve creamy, soft scrambled eggs.
- Avoid adding too much salt since smoked salmon is naturally salty.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Milk or cream enhances creaminess but can be omitted for a lighter dish.
- Chives add a fresh, mild onion flavor that complements smoked salmon well.
