Scrambled Eggs with Chanterelle Mushrooms

How do you go back to eating plain scrambled eggs after enjoying this summery version with fragrant, earthy chanterelles? Personally, I don’t think I can... they're simply divine! Let’s make the most out of these tiny mushrooms, while they’re still in season.

📝 Ingredients

• 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

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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. 2Crack 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. 4Cut the larger mushrooms into smaller pieces. Leave...: Cut the larger mushrooms into smaller pieces. Leave the smaller ones whole.
5. 5Peel the onion and chop half of it...: Peel the onion and chop half of it finely. Set aside.
6. 6Melt 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. 7Add 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. 8Add 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. 9Sprinkle generously with chopped chives and freshly ground...: Sprinkle generously with chopped chives and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.