When you head out to brunch, do you often find yourself ordering eggs Benedict? This is a classic brunch dish and one that almost everyone enjoys. Many people will go out and order eggs benedict off the menu but are afraid to try making this dish at home.
However, there is no reason to be scared of this dish as it is really quite simple to make. In fact, there are many great variations of eggs benedict that can be quite impressive. If you are having people over for brunch or if you simply want to serve a fun meal to your family, why not try a great eggs benedict dish. When it comes to recipes for eggs benedict there is no real shortage. Here are 15 easy ways to make some fancy eggs benedict dishes the next time you are craving this dish.
1. Scallops Benedict with a Brown Butter Hollandaise
What you need:
- Biscuits for serving
For the hollandaise:
- 3 egg yolks
- ½ tsp of yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp of lemon juice
- 1 tsp of lemon zest
- ½ cup of hot brown butter
- 1 tbsp of chives, chopped
Additional ingredients:
- 24 large scallops
- 2 tbsp of butter
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 9 eggs, scrambled and cooked
- 12 slices of bacon, cooked and chopped
To make:
First, brown the butter by simply melting it in a pan over medium heat until the color turns brown. Pour into a measuring cup and leave the sediment behind. In a blender, mix the mustard, egg yolks, lemon juice and lemon zest for a few seconds. Pour the butter into the mixture slowly. Blend on medium speed until the sauce thickens. Pour in a bowl and keep the bowl warm using a hot water bath.
Season the scallops with some salt and pepper and sear them in a hot skillet. Slice one of the biscuits in half and use a piece as a base. Add the prepared scrambled eggs, top with the scallops. Pour some of the hollandaise sauce over the top and then sprinkle on the bacon. Garnish with some chives and top with the other half of the biscuit if desired.