How Eggs are Enjoyed Around the World

Arepa de huevo in Colombia 

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This is a traditional street food from the Caribbean region of Colombia, with is usually enjoyed at breakfast time. The dish is made up from a corn cake fried in oil, cut in half and then filled with an egg until the egg has just been cooked and then served with a dipping sauce.

Huevos rancheros in Mexico 

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A traditional breakfast dish across Mexico, this has now become popular across the world. It consists of fried or poached eggs served on a tortilla and topped with a red tomato salsa. There are a variety of toppings including crumbled cheese, avocado slices and hot sauce.

Perico venezolano in Venezuela

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This is a popular dish in Venezuela, consisting of eggs scrambled with butter. Sautéed white onion, bell pepper and tomatoes are then added and it is topped with green onions. The name means ‘parakeet’ in Spanish, in reference to the colourful nature of the dish.

Scotch eggs in the UK

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These are a traditional British delicacy, consisting of a boiled egg wrapped in sausage meat and coated in breadcrumbs before being deep-fried. The yolk is either hard-boiled or running depending on personal preference and served with a mustard dipping sauce.

Tortilla de patatas in Spain 

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More commonly known as a Spanish omelette, this traditional dish is a staple item in their cuisine which is enjoyed across the country. It is an egg omelette with diced potatoes and sometimes with the addition of onion. It is served at room temperature as a tapas dish.

Gyeran Jjim in South Korea

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This steamed egg dish is very popular across South Korea. It has the consistency of custard, but rather than being sweet like typical custard eaten with dessert, this is a savoury dish. It is usually topped with chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds and chilli oil. 

Oeufs en meurette in France 

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This classic French dish originates in Bourgogne which is one of the country’s biggest wine-producing regions. It consists of poached eggs in a rich red wine sauce with bacon lardons, mushrooms and onions. It is usually served with toasted garlic bread.

Avgolemono in Greece 

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Avgolemoni is traditionally made with eggs, lemon juice and broth which is heated until it becomes a silky creamy sauce. This then becomes the base of many dishes, which can be served as a soup or an accompaniment to roast chicken, vegetables and dolmades. 

Mish-Mash in Bulgaria 

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‘Mish-Mash’ is a vegetarian dish which is a traditional part of the Bulgarian cuisine. It is made from scrambled eggs with the addition of fresh vegetables such as onion, bell pepper and aubergine. Pretty much anything can be added, hence the name ‘mish-mash’.

Flaeskeaeggekage in Denmark 

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This traditional Danish dish is enjoyed for breakfast and lunch, being known as a classic comfort food by the nation. It is essentially an egg and bacon pancake, which is folded over and garnished with fresh herbs. It tastes just as good as it looks!

eier in senfsoße in Germany 

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This simply translates to ‘german eggs in mustard sauce’, and it doesn’t get more complicated than that. The dish consists of hard-boiled eggs served with a creamy mustard sauce. The eggs are garnished with green onions, typically being enjoyed as a side dish or a light snack.

Quiche in France 

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Quiche is a popular dish across both France and the rest of the world. It consists of a pastry crust filled with a savoury egg custard. There are many variations of other fillings, including cheese, meat or vegetables. One of the most well-known versions is ‘Quiche Lorraine’ filled with bacon and cheese.

Polish stuffed eggs

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This traditional Polish dish is similar to devilled eggs. The hard-boiled eggs are cut in half with the yolk removed. The yolks are then mixed with different ingredients, including mushrooms and cheese. This mixture is then placed back into the eggs and they are garnished with herbs.

Balbuljata in Malta 

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This is the Maltese version of traditional scrambled eggs, which features the addition of sautéed tomatoes and onions in the egg mixture to create a light and fresh meal. This is a popular breakfast dish across the country, and is usually served with crusty fresh bread.

Menemen in Turkey 

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Unlike many of the other egg-based dishes on this list which are typically served at breakfast, Menemen is eaten as a main dish for lunch or dinner. It consists of scrambled eggs with tomatoes, green peppers and lots of spices. Instead of butter, the eggs are scrambled with olive oil.

Smørrebrød in Denmark

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This traditional Danish delicacy is an open-faced sandwich served with a variety of different toppings. It usually consists of buttered rye bread which is then topped with eggs, vegetables meat, fish or cheese. One of the most popular versions if topped with lettuce, slices of egg and mayonnaise. 

Croque-madame in France 

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This sandwich is a modified version of the traditional Croque Monsieur, with the addition of a fried egg on top. It is a classic dish served at cafes and bars across France. The sandwich consists of layers of smoked ham and gruyère cheese with a creamy mustard mayonnaise. 

Pickled eggs in the UK

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This traditional British delicacy is a staple in fish and chip shops across the country, being served on the side alongside other pickled items. The hard-boiled eggs are cured in vinegar and brine, which was originally a way to preserve fresh eggs so they could be eaten at a later date.

Shakshuka in North africa 

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Shakshuka is a classic North African dish which has now become popular across the world, featuring on many breakfast and brunch menus. It is a one-pan dish which consists of poached eggs alongside tomatoes, onion, peppers, garlic and plenty of spices.

Nigerian egg stew

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This dish is a staple in most Nigerian homeFfrs, as it is an easy and cost-effective meal for all the family to enjoy. It is based on scrambled eggs with the addition of diced sautéed tomatoes and onions. It is typically served with yams, potatoes or rice.

Rolex in Uganda 

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Ugandan rolex is a popular dish across the country, which is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It is typically eaten for breakfast or as a snack. An egg omelette is made with onion, tomatoes, cabbage and peppers and it is then wrapped in a chapati. 

Eggs Benedict in the USA

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This classic dish features on most breakfast menus across the world, but it actually originated in the USA. It consists of a toasted muffin topped with ham or bacon, poached eggs and a creamy hollandaise sauce. Even the sauce is made from egg yolks, making this a double egg feast.

Breakfast poutine in Canada

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A twist on the classic ‘poutine’ which is fries topped with cheese and brown gravy, this breakfast version features hash browns instead of fries. The toppings are typical breakfast items including sausage, bacon and fried eggs. It is then topped with hollandaise sauce instead of gravy.

Loco Moco in the USA

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Not so much a tradition dish, Loco Moco has become a staple in modern Hawaiian cuisine and is known to be a comfort food classic. The dish consists of white rice topped with a beef hamburger patty and a fried egg which is then smothered in savoury brown gravy.

Bacon and egg pie in New Zealand 

Similar to the classic French Quiche, this savoury pie features shortcrust pastry filled with a savoury egg custard. A variety of different ingredients are then added including bacon, onion, mushrooms, peppers and tomatoes. Some of the pies even include whole eggs nestled into the filling.

Kwek Kwek in the Phillipines

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Traditionally known as ‘Tokneneng’ this is popular Filipino street food item served at market stalls. It consists of hard-boiled chicken or duck eggs which then coated in an orange batter and dee-fried until they become crispy and golden. They are served with a sticky sweet and sour sauce.

Eggs bhurji in India 

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This is essentially the Indian version of traditional scrambled eggs, which is made by cooking the eggs with a variety of delicious spices and a tomato-based masala paste. It is a popular street food item, which is enjoyed for breakfast lunch or lunch. 

Tea eggs in China

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These traditional Chinese snacks are also known as ‘marble eggs’ because the cracks in the shell create dark lines across the white egg producing a marble pattern. They are made by cracking a hard-boiled egg and then boiling it again in tea with aromatic spices.

Desi omlette in Pakistan

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A desi omlette is also known as a ‘bread omelette’ or a ‘bread pancake’. It is a traditional breakfast food in Pakistan. Firstly, the bread is friend and then removed from the pan. The egg mixture is then poured in before the bread is added back into the centre, creating a bread-filled omelette. 

Khai luk khoei in Thailand

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Also known as ‘son-in-law eggs’, this main ingredient of this traditional Thai dish are hard-boiled eggs. Once they have been cooked, the eggs are fried in hot oil and then removed until they reach room temperature. They are cut in half and served with a sauce made from shallots, chilli, fish sauce, brown sugar and oil.

Revuelto de Gramajo (Argentina)

Image Source / Ana Travels and WritesThis one's for the grease lovers - it's a mash up of scrambled eggs, fried potatoes with a golden, crispy skin and topped off with thinly sliced ham. This one's perfect for a hearty breakfast, or even a main meal.

Cacio e uova (Italy)

Image Source / Memorie de AngelinaTranslating as 'cheese and egg balls', which is simple and straight to the point, this recipe comes from the Abruzzo region of Italy. These balls are made only with eggs, cheese and bread (as the name so rightly suggests). It's like a fried egg meatball and topped off with delicious tomato sauce.

Huevos con bechamel (Spain)

Image Source / Recetas de cocinaSpain is renowned for delicious tapas and this one is no different. This tasty dish is made from boiled eggs cooked in bechamel sauce, which are then covered in breadcrumbs before they're friend with a crispy, golden finish.

Anglesey eggs (UK)

Image Source / WHAT TO HAVE FOR DINNER TONIGHTFrom Wales in the UK specifically, this is a traditional dish that is made from hard-boiled eggs. It's then paired with soft mashed potatoes, which are topped off in a creamy sauce consisting of leek and cheese. Yum!

Polish stuffed eggs (Poland)

Image Source / Cookpad.comIf you like deviled eggs, then you might like this one - this recipe is similar, but with this dish from Poland you have the hard-boiled eggs stuffed and seasoned, before being topped with breadcrumbs. These are then fried in butter for their golden-brown finish.

Huevos rotos (Spain)

Image Source / Spanish SaboresThis Spanish dish can actually be done in a few different ways depending on the region you're in, but the foundation is fried eggs served over either fries or fried potatoes. You can then add to it based on your own preferences - something veggie, or you may want something like ham if you're a meat eater.

Oeufs cocotte (France)

Image Source / Adventures in FlavorlandThis one's a neat little dish, mostly because it's kept nice and tidy in a ramekin! This recipe sees eggs cooked with crème fraîche in the oven. It's actually a signature French dish in regard to egg recipes, and it's a great brunch option, too.

Fritaja (Croatia and Slovenia)

Image Source / WikipediaYou might think this one looks like an omelette, and it's very similar - the recipe hails from Istria, and it's a speciality prepared with seasonal ingredients such as asparagus and onions, paired with aromatic herbs like mint and prosciutto ham.

Uitsmijter (Netherlands)

Image Source / The Spruce EggsThis filling recipe pairs all the goodness of eggs with a hearty loaf, in an open-sandwich style serving with fried eggs topping the bread, along with gouda and ham. This is an easy dish to eat any time of day, whether it's a filling breakfast or a late night snack.

Salviata (Italy)

Image Source / Dana Facaros & Michael PaulsPrepared with a handful of simple ingredients and passed down for centuries, this oven-baked omelette can be whipped up in a matter of minutes. To make this Tuscan favourite, you’ll need eggs, fresh sage leaves, grated Parmigiano, milk, flour, and butter.

Kuku (Iran)

Image Source / WikipediaVery similar to a Persian frittata, this very green looking recipe is actually extremely tasty - and healthy (always a bonus). It's packed full of delicious ingredients like coriander, turmeric, spinach, dill, parsley and fenugreek.

Sabich (Israel)

Image Source / Jewish UnpackedThis tasty serving of fresh pita bread is stuffed with hard-boiled eggs, along with fried eggplants in slices, Israeli salad, amba (a pickled mango sauce) and tahini sauce. This is a standout sandwich - and to call it just an 'egg sandwich' would be an insult to its flavours!

Baid mutajjan (Egypt)

Image Source / afra cooking - Wordpress.comThis delicious recipe from Egypt, reminiscent of the street food markets of Cairo, sees hard-boiled eggs which have been fried and then rolled in a sumac and sesame seed blend of spices.

Chipsi mayai (Tanzania)

Image Source / Migrationology.comThis ones an omelette with a twist - and a twist that can do no wrong. It's basically an omelette made of french fries, which means it's the perfect meal for breakfast, lunch or dinner - because it all counts! It's a popular street food in Tanzania.

Eggs Beauregard (USA)

Image Source / Sass!This one starts off with a biscuit, which may sound surprising - is it savoury or sweet? Maybe a bit of both! The biscuit is then topped with a sausage patty and a fried egg (of course) paired with sausage gravy to finish.

Pavlova (Australia and New Zealand)

Image Source / Notes From a Messy KitchenOkay, so this one isn't just popular in Australia and New Zealand because it's popular in the UK too, but this delicious dessert is made from mixing egg whites with lots of other tasty goodness like sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice and corn starch which is then baked to give it a chewy texture. It's then usually finished off with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

Tamagoyaki (Japan)

Image Source / YouTubeAlmost looks like a bread baguette rolled out, doesn't it? This popular Japanese food item is common for breakfast dishes or bento boxes (a Japanese takeaway-type box). It's made from thin layers of eggs which are cooked and then rolled into a rectangular shape before being cut into easy, bite-sized pieces.

Gyeran-ppang (South Korea)

Image Source / WikipediaThis recipe has a soft, muffin-like texture. It's made from whole eggs, which are packed into sweet and savoury bread rolls to create a tasty (and filling) snack. The handy size makes it a popular street food option in South Korea, too.

Chawanmushi (Japan)

Image Source / New Malaysian KitchenThis may look like a dessert, but it's actually a savoury option. It's packed full of tasty ingredients, including prawn, soy sauce and mushrooms, all on the foundation of a creamy, smooth savoury egg custard.

Adjaruli khachapuri (Georgia)

Image Source /In case you couldn't tell, this one is supposed to be in the shape of a boat. This tasty option from Georgia (the country, not the state) is a savoury dish which is made from flaky pastry stuffed with melted cheese and then topped with a freshly-cracked egg.