Potato Chips with Broken Eggs and Garlic Prawns recipe

Potato Chips with Broken Eggs and Garlic Prawns by @fanaticook

Have you ever tasted a dish that, with just three or four ingredients, leaves you speechless? That is exactly what happens with this combination. It is the perfect blend of that crunch we love so much, the creaminess of a good egg yolk, and the juiciness of prawns that truly taste of the sea.

It’s no coincidence that this recipe is taking over the top spots in Madrid; it has that balance that makes you want to go back for seconds after the very first bite. The best part is that it needs no gimmicks: when you have an exceptional product, success is guaranteed. If you are looking for a recipe that will leave everyone wide-eyed, stay to see how this marvel is prepared. It is much simpler than it seems, and the result is on another level.

By @fanaticook

Ingredients

  • 220g raw peeled prawns 
  • 3 large potatoes 
  • 3 free-range eggs 
  • 4 garlic cloves 
  • 1 cayenne chili pepper (optional) 
  • Extra virgin olive oil 
  • Salt

Method

1. The first step to this dish's success lies in the texture. Take the potatoes, peel them carefully, and use a mandoline to slice them into very thin, almost transparent sheets; this ensures they become exceptionally crispy. Fry them in plenty of extra virgin olive oil and do so in small batches so they don't crowd the pan. When they reach that golden tone and perfect stiffness, remove them onto paper towels and give them a light touch of salt while they are still hot. 

FanaticTip: Slice the potatoes very thin with a mandoline and fry them in small batches so they stay crispy and don't stick to each other.

Potato chips

2. In a separate frying pan, add three or four tablespoons of olive oil and the sliced garlic, letting them brown over medium heat so the oil becomes infused without burning. If you like a spicy touch, this is the time to add the chili. Next, add the Galician prawns. The key here is brevity: sauté them for barely a minute, just enough for them to change color, and remove from the heat immediately so they don't overcook. 

FanaticTip: If the prawns are high quality, cook them very briefly so they stay juicy and sweet.

garlic prawns

3. The finishing touch is provided by the eggs. Use the hot oil to fry them, seeking the ideal contrast of textures: the edges should be crispy and browned (the famous "lace" or puntilla), while the yolk must remain completely liquid and bright. This yolk will later act as the natural sauce that coats the chips and prawns, providing a creaminess that elevates the dish to another category.

fried eggs

4. To present, first create a nest with the potato chips, carefully place the fried eggs on top of them, and crown the dish with the garlic prawns. Next, pour over the flavored oil from the garlic prawns, which is loaded with taste. The last step, and perhaps the most important, is to break the yolks and mix everything together just before bringing it to the table. When you taste the crunch of the potato, the aroma of the garlic, and the mellowness of the egg melted into one bite, you will understand why this recipe is a trend.

Potatoes chips with broken eggs and garlic prawns

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