Kale and Mushroom Breakfast Skillet with Poached Eggs
This Kale and Mushroom Breakfast Skillet with Poached Eggs is a hearty and nutritious way to start your day. Earthy mushrooms and vibrant kale are sautéed to perfection, then topped with delicately poached eggs, creating a beautiful balance of flavors and textures. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with the goodness of greens and protein to fuel your morning.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Medium pot
- Slotted spoon
- Small cups or ramekins
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 4 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- Optional garnish: red pepper flakes, grated Parmesan, or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Add the chopped kale to the skillet. Season with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- While the vegetables are cooking, bring a medium pot of water to a gentle simmer. Add the white vinegar — this will help the egg whites to coagulate more easily.
- Crack each egg into a small cup or ramekin. Gently slide the eggs one by one into the simmering water. Poach for 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or 5-6 minutes for a firmer yolk.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the poached eggs from the water and drain them on a paper towel.
- Divide the mushroom and kale mixture between two plates. Top each with two poached eggs.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, grated Parmesan, or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a non-vegetarian version, you can add crumbled cooked bacon or sausage to the skillet with the mushrooms.
If you prefer not to poach the eggs, you can also fry them or prepare them sunny-side up in a separate pan.
Ensure the water is at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil, to achieve the best poached eggs.
The nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients used.