Huevos revueltos con setas rebozuelos

Ingredientes

• 7-9 oz (200-250 g) chanterelles, fresh or frozen
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 small onion, yellow
• 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
• 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
• black pepper, freshly ground

Preparación

1. 1

   [Using frozen chanterelles] Leave the mushrooms in a...: [Using frozen chanterelles] Leave the mushrooms in a bowl, on the kitchen counter overnight, to allow them to thaw naturally. Place thawed chanterelles onto a strainer and carefully pour boiling water over them. Dry immediately with a paper towel.

2. 2

   Crack the eggs into a bowl, season them...: Crack the eggs into a bowl, season them with salt. Using a whisk, whip them vigorously for half a minute, until they turn pale yellow. Set aside for 15 minutes.

3. 3

   [Using fresh chanterelles] Clean patches of dirt with...: [Using fresh chanterelles] Clean patches of dirt with a paper towel, dry cloth, or with my preferred tool - a pastry brush. Wipe off any dirt and grime thoroughly.

4. 4

   Cut the larger mushrooms into smaller pieces. Leave...: Cut the larger mushrooms into smaller pieces. Leave the smaller ones whole.

5. 5

   Peel the onion and chop half of it...: Peel the onion and chop half of it finely. Set aside.

6. 6

   Melt a tablespoon of butter in a skillet/frying...: Melt a tablespoon of butter in a skillet/frying pan. Add the onions and let them fry on medium-low for a minute or two, allowing them to turn translucent.

7. 7

   Add in the chanterelles and fry for 8-10...: Add in the chanterelles and fry for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently. The mushrooms will likely release some water, but it will evaporate in the process.

8. 8

   Add in the eggs and let them cook...: Add in the eggs and let them cook undisturbed to begin with. As a thin layer of cooked egg forms on the edges, push it around and across the frying pan with a spatula. Continue for 2-3 minutes until nearly set. If the eggs still look slightly undone - that’s the time to take them off the heat and divide between plates.

9. 9

   Sprinkle generously with chopped chives and freshly ground...: Sprinkle generously with chopped chives and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.