Toasts with cheese, egg and basil
2 servings
10 minutes
Toast with cheese, egg, and basil is an exquisite combination of simple ingredients that creates a harmony of flavors and textures. Rye bread gives the toast density and richness, while butter adds tenderness. Hard-boiled quail eggs add a rich taste complemented by aromatic basil and spicy notes of nutmeg, sumac, and chili pepper. The lightness of curly lettuce refreshes the dish, while grated Parmesan adds a special character. This breakfast or light snack is perfect for lovers of classic European flavors. Historically, such combinations emerged in the medieval kitchens of France and Italy where bread and cheese formed the basis of the diet. Today this recipe is a find for gourmets who want to enjoy the richness of flavors in every bite.
1
Boil quail eggs hard.
- Quail egg: 6 pieces
2
Toast the slices of rye bread in the toaster.
- Rye bread: 4 pieces
3
Slightly salt each slice.
- Salt: to taste
4
Place 2-3 pieces of butter on top.
- Butter: 10 pieces
5
Season with sumac.
- Sumac: to taste
6
Add chili.
- Ground chili pepper: to taste
7
Tear the lettuce leaves by hand and place them on the sandwiches.
- Curly Salad: 0.5 bunch
8
Then add 1 teaspoon of grated cheese.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 4 teaspoons
9
Slice the quail eggs and place them on top.
- Quail egg: 6 pieces
10
Add basil, season with nutmeg, and serve.
- Green basil: 1 sprig
- Ground nutmeg: pinch