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Agretti (Monk’s beard) Nests with Fried Eggs

by Micaela Harrasser

Have you heard or tried Agretti before? When I saw them at my favorite farmer’s market here in Amsterdam last week I couldn’t believe my eyes! They’re very common in Italy right now (season), and I’ve been missing them! So if you are around farmers markets, make sure to look out for them!

Also known as ‘Monk’s beard’, this grass-looking (almost like chives) vegetable is delicious and very nutritious! Filled with minerals and vitamins, they’re super quick to prepare. The easiest way is to boil them, then add some seasoning (salt, pepper, some lemon juice and olive oil will do the trick). Perfect for a quick & nourishing lunch idea!

Today I am showing this nice pairing with fried, sunny side up eggs where you can place the agretti to form a lovely nest for the egg. Make sure to have a lovely slice of tasty bread to go with it! 😉

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Agretti (Monk's beard) Nests with Fried Eggs

Serves: 1 Prep Time: Cooking Time: Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch of Agretti (Monk's beard)
  • 2 eggs
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 slice of toasted bread

Instructions

  1. Place a pot with water on the stove to boil.
  2. Rinse the agretti, remove the roots and place in the water once it’s boiling and cook for about 10 minutes, until they become tender.
  3. While the agretti boil, fry the eggs in a frying pan with a dash of god extra virgin olive oil.
  4. Once the agretti are ready, it’s time to plate: rinse the agretti, and place them in a plate forming nests.
  5. Add some lemon juice to them, then transfer the eggs in the middle of the nests.
  6. Sprinkle some salt and pepper, and enjoy!

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