List of egg dishes
List of Egg Dishes
An egg dish refers to any meal that primarily uses eggs as its main ingredient. Eggs are a versatile food and can be prepared in many ways. This article provides a list of some of the most popular egg dishes from around the world.
Boiled Eggs
A Boiled egg (pronunciation: /bɔɪld ɛg/) is a dish where eggs are submerged in boiling water and cooked. There are two main types: soft-boiled and hard-boiled. The term "boiled egg" is from the English language, with "boil" meaning to cook in boiling water and "egg" referring to the product laid by female birds.
Related terms: Poached egg, Scrambled eggs
Omelette
An Omelette (pronunciation: /ˈɒm.lɪt/) is a dish made from beaten eggs that are cooked in a frying pan until set. The term "omelette" is of French origin, derived from the Latin word "lamella" which means "small plate".
Related terms: Frittata, Scrambled eggs
Scrambled Eggs
Scrambled eggs (pronunciation: /ˈskræmbəld ɛg/) is a dish where eggs are beaten and then cooked in a pan while being gently stirred. The term "scrambled eggs" is from the English language, with "scramble" meaning to mix or throw together in a confused mass and "egg" referring to the product laid by female birds.
Related terms: Omelette, Boiled egg
Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict (pronunciation: /ɛg bɛnɪdɪkt/) is a traditional American breakfast or brunch dish that consists of two halves of an English muffin each topped with a poached egg, bacon or ham, and hollandaise sauce. The dish was named after a New York stockbroker, Lemuel Benedict.
Related terms: Poached egg, Hollandaise sauce
Quiche
A Quiche (pronunciation: /kiːʃ/) is a type of pie with a savory filling, which can include eggs, cheese, meat, seafood, or vegetables. The term "quiche" is of French origin, derived from the German word "Kuchen" which means "cake".
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