Croatian-Style English Breakfast

Ingredients

While the English Breakfast typically includes ingredients like bacon, sausage, and baked beans, our Croatian adaptation incorporates local flavors and ingredients. We have replaced the bacon with pršut (Croatian dry-cured ham), the sausage with kulen (spicy Croatian sausage), and the baked beans with blitva (Swiss chard). These changes infuse the dish with a distinct Croatian flair. We alse have the original recipe for English Breakfast, so you can check it out.

• 4 eggs 4 eggs
• 4 slices of pršut (Croatian dry-cured ham) 4 slices of pršut (Croatian dry-cured ham)
• 4 slices of kulen (spicy Croatian sausage) 4 slices of kulen (spicy Croatian sausage)
• 2 tomatoes, sliced 2 tomatoes, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 slices of bread 4 slices of bread
• 200g blitva (Swiss chard) 200g blitva (Swiss chard)
• Olive oil Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat: 25g (8g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (5g sugars)
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until golden brown.
4. 4.
   Add the blitva (Swiss chard) to the skillet and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5.
   In a separate skillet, fry the pršut (Croatian dry-cured ham) and kulen (spicy Croatian sausage) until crispy. Set aside.
6. 6.
   Toast the bread slices in the preheated oven until golden brown.
7. 7.
   In the same skillet used for frying the pršut and kulen, fry the eggs to your desired doneness.
8. 8.
   Assemble the Croatian-style English Breakfast by placing a slice of toasted bread on each plate. Top with the sautéed blitva, fried eggs, crispy pršut, kulen, and sliced tomatoes.
9. 9.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pršut — Make sure to choose a high-quality pršut for the best flavor. It should be thinly sliced and slightly marbled.
• Kulen — If you can't find kulen, you can substitute it with any other spicy sausage of your choice.
• Blitva — Swiss chard can be substituted with spinach or kale if blitva is not available.
• Olive oil — Use extra virgin olive oil for a rich and authentic Croatian taste.
• Bread — Opt for a rustic bread with a crispy crust to complement the other ingredients.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, sprinkle some grated Croatian cheese, such as Paški sir or Istrian cheese, over the dish before serving.
• Serve the Croatian-style English Breakfast with a dollop of ajvar (Croatian red pepper relish) for a tangy kick.
• If you prefer a spicier breakfast, add a few slices of feferoni (Croatian spicy peppers) to the dish.
• Experiment with different types of Croatian sausages, such as češnjovka or kobasica, to personalize the flavors.
• Don't forget to enjoy this Croatian twist on the classic English Breakfast with a cup of strong Croatian coffee!

Serving advice

Serve the Croatian-style English Breakfast hot and fresh. Accompany it with a side of fresh seasonal fruit and a cup of Croatian coffee for a complete breakfast experience.

Presentation advice

Arrange the ingredients on the plate in an appealing and appetizing manner. Consider placing the fried eggs on top of the crispy pršut and kulen for an eye-catching presentation.