Gammon, Egg, and Chips is a simple, hearty meal you can make quickly at home.
- Gammon, Egg, and Chips introduction
- Why make Gammon, Egg, and Chips
- How to make Gammon, Egg, and Chips
- Ingredients :
- Directions :
- How to serve Gammon, Egg, and Chips
- How to store Gammon, Egg, and Chips
- Tips to make Gammon, Egg, and Chips
- Variation (if any) for Gammon, Egg, and Chips
- FAQs (Gammon, Egg, and Chips)
Gammon, Egg, and Chips introduction
Gammon, Egg, and Chips is a classic plate with meat, a runny egg, and hot chips.
It is filling and uses few ingredients, so it works for busy weeknights or a lazy weekend.
For a crisp chips idea, try the salt-and-vinegar baked fish and chips recipe to get a different flavour and texture.
Why make Gammon, Egg, and Chips
Why make Gammon, Egg, and Chips? It is quick, tasty, and uses simple items you likely have.
The dish is flexible — you can change egg style, chip thickness, or how the gammon is cooked.
How to make Gammon, Egg, and Chips
How to make Gammon, Egg, and Chips is easy and clear to follow.
You cook chips, fry or grill the gammon, and top with a fried egg for a lovely finish.
Serve it with a cool drink or a light side; you can pair it with healthy summer smoothies for a fresh contrast.
Ingredients :
- Gammon steak
- Eggs
- Potatoes
- Salt
- Pepper
- Oil
- Butter
Directions :
- Begin by peeling and slicing the potatoes into chips. Rinse them in cold water and pat dry.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the chips until crispy and golden.
- While the chips are cooking, grill or fry the gammon steak to your desired doneness.
- In another pan, fry the eggs sunny side up or to your liking.
- Once everything is cooked, serve the gammon steak alongside the chips and top with a fried egg. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
How to serve Gammon, Egg, and Chips
How to serve Gammon, Egg, and Chips is simple and quick.
Place the gammon next to a heap of chips and top the steak with the fried egg.
Add a wedge of lemon or a spoon of peas if you like. Serve hot on a plate and eat right away.
How to store Gammon, Egg, and Chips
How to store Gammon, Egg, and Chips: cool foods quickly and store in the fridge.
Keep gammon and chips in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer for best crispness.
Do not keep the fried egg more than a day; it loses texture when stored.
Tips to make Gammon, Egg, and Chips
Tips to make Gammon, Egg, and Chips will improve the meal:
- Dry chips well before frying to get them crispy.
- Use medium-high heat for the gammon to get a good sear.
- Fry eggs last so they are fresh and runny on top.
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Variation (if any) for Gammon, Egg, and Chips
Variation for Gammon, Egg, and Chips is easy to do.
Try grilled gammon glazed with honey and mustard, or make sweet potato chips instead of regular potatoes.
Swap the fried egg for a poached egg for a lighter top, or add beans on the side for more fibre.
FAQs (Gammon, Egg, and Chips)
Q: Can I bake the chips instead of frying?
A: Yes. Toss slices in oil, spread on a tray, and bake at 220°C (430°F) until golden and crisp.
Q: How do I know when gammon is cooked?
A: Cook until the meat is hot through and the edges are lightly browned. Thicker steaks may need a few extra minutes.
Q: What pan is best for frying everything?
A: A heavy pan works well; a non-stick or cast iron skillet gives a good sear. Buy it here.
Q: Can I make this for kids?
A: Yes. Cut chips smaller and cook eggs fully if children prefer no runny yolk.
Q: Is this dish good cold?
A: It is best hot, but leftover gammon can be eaten cold in sandwiches the next day.
Gammon, Egg, and Chips
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces Gammon steaks Adjust quantity as needed.
- 2 pieces Eggs Fried sunny side up or as desired.
- 2 large Potatoes For making chips.
Seasoning and cooking
- Salt Salt To taste.
- Pepper Pepper To taste.
- Oil as needed Oil For frying the chips.
- 1 tablespoon Butter Optional, for frying eggs.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by peeling and slicing the potatoes into chips.
- Rinse the sliced potatoes in cold water and pat dry.
Cooking Chips
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the chips until crispy and golden.
Cooking Gammon and Eggs
- While the chips are cooking, grill or fry the gammon steak to your desired doneness.
- In another pan, fry the eggs sunny side up or to your liking.
Serving
- Once everything is cooked, serve the gammon steak alongside the chips and top with a fried egg.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
