Description
Pesto Eggs and Crispy Mortadella Sandwich is a delightful fusion of fluffy scrambled eggs, rich basil pesto, and savory crispy mortadella, all nestled between two slices of perfectly toasted sourdough bread. This scrumptious sandwich is not only visually appealing but also quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for breakfast or brunch. With its explosion of flavors, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 3 oz crispy mortadella
- 2 tbsp fresh basil pesto
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the mortadella for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour into the skillet with residual drippings from the mortadella and scramble until fluffy.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of sourdough and toast in another pan until golden brown.
- Assemble the sandwich by spreading pesto on one side of each slice. Layer the scrambled eggs and crispy mortadella between the slices, pesto side down.
- Cut in half and serve warm, optionally with extra pesto for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 915mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 360mg