Fried Egg Sandwiches

Health score
11%
Fried Egg Sandwiches
27 min.
4
519kcal

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Start your day with a delicious twist on the classic fried egg sandwich that will elevate your breakfast or brunch experience to a whole new level! Our Fried Egg Sandwiches are not only satisfying, but they also boast a delightful combination of flavors and textures that are sure to please everyone at the table. With crispy pancetta, creamy hollandaise sauce, and fresh arugula, each bite is a burst of taste that blends savory and fresh elements beautifully.

This recipe is perfect for those leisurely mornings when you want to indulge but still keep things simple and quick. In just 27 minutes, you can whip up four hearty sandwiches, making it an ideal choice for serving family or friends. The rich challah bread toasted to golden perfection creates a wonderful base for the layers of goodness that follow. Topping it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a hint of lemon zest not only enhances the flavor but also adds a vibrant pop of color to your plate.

Whether you’re enjoying these sandwiches at breakfast, brunch, or even lunch, they promise to provide a hearty and satisfying meal that will keep you fueled for whatever the day brings. So gather your ingredients, fire up your skillet, and treat yourself to these Fried Egg Sandwiches that are sure to become a beloved favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • cups arugula loosely packed
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • slices challah bread (1/2-inch-thick)
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoons olive oil extra virgin divided
  • 0.5 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves fresh loosely packed
  • 0.9 oz knorr hollandaise sauce mix 
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lemon fresh divided
  • 0.3 teaspoon lemon zest 
  • 12 slices pancetta cooked thin
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup onion red thinly sliced
  • tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler with oven rack 5 to 6 inches from heat.
  2. Brush both sides of bread with butter; place on an aluminum foil-lined broiler pan. Broil 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until lightly toasted.
  3. Prepare hollandaise sauce according to package directions; stir in zest and 1/2 tsp. lemon juice. Keep warm.
  4. Toss together arugula, next 2 ingredients, 2 tsp. olive oil, and remaining 1 tsp. lemon juice.
  5. Heat remaining 1 tsp. olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Gently break eggs into hot skillet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or to desired degree of doneness.
  6. Top bread slices with arugula mixture, pancetta slices, and fried eggs. Spoon hollandaise sauce over each egg, and sprinkle with tomatoes.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories519kcal
Protein14.19%
Fat60.55%
Carbs25.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.75
Glycemic Load
0.69
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.488695683687%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
16.16mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.93mg
Kaempferol
3.67mg
Myricetin
1.12mg
Quercetin
2.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:519.23kcal
25.96%
Fat:33.5g
51.54%
Saturated Fat:12.04g
75.25%
Carbohydrates:31.46g
10.49%
Net Carbohydrates:29.3g
10.66%
Sugar:2.82g
3.13%
Cholesterol:283.14mg
94.38%
Sodium:951.35mg
41.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.66g
35.32%
Vitamin K:138.14µg
131.56%
Selenium:40.05µg
57.21%
Vitamin B2:0.53mg
31.03%
Vitamin A:1464.31IU
29.29%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.51%
Folate:104.47µg
26.12%
Phosphorus:239.05mg
23.91%
Vitamin B3:4.67mg
23.35%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.17%
Iron:3.55mg
19.73%
Vitamin C:14.08mg
17.07%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.33%
Vitamin B5:1.3mg
13%
Vitamin B12:0.72µg
12%
Zinc:1.76mg
11.75%
Potassium:397.44mg
11.36%
Calcium:113.42mg
11.34%
Vitamin E:1.54mg
10.29%
Copper:0.2mg
9.99%
Vitamin D:1.38µg
9.2%
Magnesium:35.9mg
8.97%
Fiber:2.15g
8.62%