Savory Pan-Fried Lettuce with Garlic & Egg

A surprising and delicious breakfast dish featuring tender, slightly caramelized lettuce with a savory garlic flavor and a perfectly cooked egg. This recipe offers a unique alternative to traditional breakfast options.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Calories

375 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£1.34/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

1headRomaine Lettuce(Chopped into 1-inch pieces, washed and thoroughly dried)

£1.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

2tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.25

1tablespoonSoy Sauce (or Tamari)(Low Sodium Preferred)

£0.10

1teaspoonRice Vinegar

£0.05

2Eggs

£0.60

1teaspoonSesame Oil

£0.15

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for a touch of heat)

£0.05

1teaspoonSesame Seeds(For garnish)

£0.10

To TasteSalt

£0.01

To TasteBlack Pepper

£0.02

Total Cost

£2.68

£1.34 per serving

Instructions

1.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3.
Add the chopped lettuce to the skillet. Stir-fry constantly for 3-5 minutes, or until the lettuce starts to wilt and soften but still retains some crunch.
4.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and rice vinegar. Pour the mixture over the lettuce and stir well to combine.
5.
Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly and coat the lettuce evenly.
6.
Push the lettuce to one side of the skillet. Crack the eggs into the empty space.
7.
Cook the eggs to your desired doneness (sunny-side up, over easy, etc.). Season with salt and pepper.
8.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the lettuce and eggs. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes (if using) and sesame seeds.
9.
Serve immediately. Spoon the lettuce onto plates and top with the fried eggs.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

375 kcal / 1569 kJ

Carbs

14g

5% of RDA

Fat

30g

43% of RDA

Protein

15g

30% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Make sure the lettuce is thoroughly dried before adding it to the skillet to prevent it from steaming instead of frying.

Don't overcrowd the skillet with lettuce; work in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and browning.

For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of oyster sauce or hoisin sauce along with the soy sauce.

Other types of lettuce can be used, but romaine holds its shape well and provides a good texture.

Add other vegetables like sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for a more complete meal.

Cooking Equipment

Large Skillet or Frying Pan

Spatula

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