Got some eggs leftover, onion, and shallot; best to finish them off before buying a new batch. Some days it’s good to have a simple meal that is healthy like this dish with rice.

Google: “Chicken eggs are nutrient-dense foods rich in complete protein, healthy fats, vitamins (D, B12, E), and minerals (choline, selenium, zinc), promoting healthy aging, muscle repair, and eye health due to antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin. They are a low-cost, sustainable source of animal protein, containing all nine essential amino acids crucial for tissue repair. The yolk provides omega-3 fatty acids beneficial for cell function and heart health. Eggs support cardiovascular health by increasing HDL cholesterol and are rich in B vitamins for energy, choline for brain function, and antioxidants for eye health.”

“Onions, part of the lily family (genus Allium), enhance dishes with flavour and offer health benefits like supporting heart health, gut health, and the immune system. They are rich in antioxidants such as quercetin and sulfur compounds, which may reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, and lower the risk of certain cancers. A versatile food, onions are enjoyed raw or cooked, and provide fiber, vitamins C and B6, and folate. They also contain prebiotics like fructans that nurture beneficial gut bacteria and can aid mineral absorption, contributing to bone health. Common varieties include white, yellow, and red onions, with red onions containing high levels of beneficial compounds. For best results, minimize peeling to retain antioxidants primarily found in the outer layers.”

“Shallots, a type of onion from the Allium family, are known for their milder flavour and rich nutrient profile, including antioxidants like quercetin, vitamins A, B, C, and essential minerals. They offer health benefits such as supporting the immune system, promoting heart health, aiding digestion, reducing cancer risk, and alleviating allergy symptoms. Characterized by their elongated shape and clove structure, shallots are low in calories yet high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Their antioxidant properties help protect against common illnesses, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and maintain healthy skin and bones.”

Here’s my simple dish that is healthy and delicious; though it’s not a pretty picture. Let’s cook!!!

Ingredients

6 eggs
1 small onion
fried shallots, bought
1 Tbs mirin sauce (OPT)
oil
salt
pepper

Method

Place a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add 1 Tbs oil to the pan. Gently crack the egg onto a small bowl, then carefully slide it into the heated pan. Season the egg with a pinch of salt and pepper. 

I place 3 eggs into the pan first. Cook until the egg whites are fully set. Next use a thin spatula to carefully flip half the egg over and seal them. Gently press the edges to seal. Now flip over the other side. Once these 3 eggs are done. Removed to a deep plate. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Don’t overcrowd the eggs as needed space to flip them overs.

Note: For over-easy, cook the second side for a very short time, just until the yolk is slightly set but still runny. For over-medium, cook for about 1 minute longer, until the yolk is somewhat set but still jiggly. For over-hard, cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the yolk is completely firm. 

Once the remaining eggs are flipped and sealed. Add another 1 Tbs oil into the pan. Scatter the onion over the edges along the 3 eggs and the centre of pan. Let the onion cook for 1 minutes until softened undisturbed. Once eggs are done, removed to the prepared plate with 3 cooked eggs.

Now add shallots, and mirin sauce toss to mixed with onion. The spoon it over the eggs; leave the 3 eggs on top, scatter some onion over and then the remaining onion, shallots and mirin sauce on top of the last 3 eggs. Enjoy with rice.

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