Huevos Rotos (Broken Eggs)

Ali Slagle

• Yield 4 servings
• Time 30 minutes

Julia Gartland for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Liza Jernow. 

Variations of this hearty fried egg-and-potato dish can be found throughout Spain, including the Canary Islands, where it’s said to have originated. There’s always a runny egg, but whether it sits atop fried potato rounds, French fries or crunchy chips varies by region and personal preference. The potatoes are often served with chorizo sausage or Serrano ham, but in this vegetarian version, smoked paprika and red-pepper flakes mimic chorizo’s flavor and heat. Pierce the eggs just before serving so the golden yolks coat the potatoes with a glossy sauce. Serve with sautéed greens or a crisp salad dressed with a lemon vinaigrette. This one-pan meal is good with a cup of coffee or a beer — it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner material.

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon red-pepper flakes or 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
• Kosher salt and black pepper
• 2 pounds new potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces if necessary
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 4 eggs
• Lemon wedges, for serving
• Flaky sea salt, for serving

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Preparation

1. In a measuring cup, combine the olive oil, paprika, red-pepper flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, a generous grind of pepper and 1 cup water. Put the potatoes in a large skillet and pour the olive oil mixture over them. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook on high until the potatoes are fork-tender, 6 to 9 minutes.
2. Uncover and turn the heat to low. If the potatoes are sticking or dry, add more olive oil. Arrange the potatoes in an even layer, cut side down if halved, then add the onion and garlic surrounding the potatoes. Cover and cook until the potatoes are golden-brown and the onions are softened, 4 to 6 minutes.
3. Stir the potatoes (if they’re sticking, add more oil). Make 4 nests in the potatoes and crack an egg into each. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny, 4 to 6 minutes.
4. To serve, break the yolks gently with a serving spoon, then scoop some potatoes and an egg onto plates or into shallow bowls. Serve with a squeeze of lemon and flaky salt.

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Rebecca3 days ago

This is a delicious midweek dinner, that my husband makes (which is the real bonus!)

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GazeboQueen1 week ago

I eliminate the eggs and use it as a side dish--no complaints!

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Cam2 weeks ago

There’s no need to modify the spices in this recipe, as everything is correct. I followed the timing directions though, and my eggs ended up being a bit more hard than I would’ve liked, so just pay attention to your timing for sure. Overall, this is a very tasty dish.

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Edward Baker3 weeks ago

I´ve been making huevos rotos both here in Seattle and in Madrid for a very long time. Did one last week here--in Seattle--with left over roasted potatoes and carrots. Diced the carrots, threw in some diced red onion and chorizo. ¡Mejor imposible!

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