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Recipe
Komplet Lepinja with Eggs and Cheese
Bosnian Breakfast Delight: Komplet Lepinja
4.5 out of 5
Komplet Lepinja is a traditional Bosnian breakfast dish that combines the richness of eggs and cheese with the softness of lepinja bread. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect to start your day with.
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Preparation time
15 minutes
Cooking time
10 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, High protein, Low sugar, Low carb, Gluten-free (if using gluten-free bread)
Allergens
Wheat (if using regular lepinja bread), Dairy (if using feta cheese)
Not suitable for
Vegan, Dairy-free, Paleo, Keto, Nut-free
Ingredients
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4 lepinja breads 4 lepinja breads
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4 eggs 4 eggs
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200g (7oz) feta cheese, crumbled 200g (7oz) feta cheese, crumbled
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
- Fat: 18g (9g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 35g (2g sugars)
- Protein: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Salt: 1.5g
Preparation
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1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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2.Slice the lepinja breads in half horizontally, creating a top and bottom half.
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3.Place the breads on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, until slightly crispy.
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4.In a non-stick skillet, fry the eggs sunny-side up until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
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5.Place the fried eggs on the bottom half of each lepinja bread.
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6.Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the eggs.
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7.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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8.Place the top half of the lepinja bread on each sandwich.
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9.Return the sandwiches to the oven for another 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
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10.Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Lepinja bread — If you can't find lepinja bread, you can substitute it with any soft and fluffy bread, such as ciabatta or brioche.
- Feta cheese — If you prefer a milder flavor, you can use mozzarella or cheddar cheese instead of feta.
Tips & Tricks
- For extra flavor, you can add sliced tomatoes and cucumbers to the sandwich before adding the eggs and cheese.
- If you prefer your eggs well-done, you can cook them longer until the yolks are fully set.
- Experiment with different types of cheese to find your favorite combination of flavors.
Serving advice
Serve the Komplet Lepinja sandwiches hot, accompanied by a side of fresh vegetables, such as sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce. It pairs well with a cup of hot tea or a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice.
Presentation advice
To make the dish visually appealing, garnish the sandwiches with a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top. Serve them on a wooden cutting board or a rustic plate to enhance the traditional Bosnian feel.
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