Description
Hearty Southern-style “vegetable, steak and eggs” delivers a comforting breakfast classic with robust flavors and protein-packed goodness. Crispy steak, fluffy eggs, and garden-fresh vegetables combine into a satisfying morning meal perfect for hungry diners craving a substantial start.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ lb (340 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- ½ small red onion, sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
- Hot sauce or avocado, for serving
Instructions
- Seasoning: Coat sliced steak with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to enhance flavor profile and create a robust taste foundation.
- Vegetable Preparation: Ignite olive oil in a capacious skillet over medium-high temperature. Introduce bell peppers, zucchini, and onion, sautéing until they transform into tender, caramelized morsels. Incorporate spinach, allowing it to wilt swiftly. Transfer vegetables to a holding plate.
- Steak Searing: Utilize the identical skillet to seal steak slices, creating a golden-brown exterior while maintaining interior tenderness. Execute precise cooking for optimal texture and flavor development.
- Egg Technique: Delicately crack eggs into the scorching skillet, employing preferred preparation method – whether sunny side up, over-easy, or scrambled to individual preference.
- Culinary Composition: Artfully distribute roasted vegetables and expertly seared steak across serving plates. Crown with perfectly cooked eggs. Elevate presentation by garnishing with fresh herbs. Optional embellishments include vibrant hot sauce or creamy avocado slices for additional complexity.
Notes
- Choose medium-rare to medium steak for optimal tenderness and flavor, ensuring it remains juicy without overcooking.
- Use high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve proper caramelization and prevent steaming vegetables.
- Fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or basil can elevate the dish’s overall taste and provide a bright, fresh finish.
- Swap steak for plant-based protein like tofu or tempeh for vegetarian version, and use dairy-free alternatives for those with lactose restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg