Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 lb

salad potatoes

peeled, cubed, and boiled

4 unit

onions

peeled and diced

0.5 lb

sausage

cubed and fried

1 tbsp

margarine

melted

4 unit

eggs

mixed

4 tbsp

milk

mixed

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

sweet paprika

to taste

1 pinch

ground nutmeg

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

2 tbsp

chives

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Peel, cube, and boil the potatoes until tender.

Step 2
~4 min

Peel and dice the onions.

Step 3
~4 min

Cube the uncooked sausage (if using).

Step 4
~4 min

Fry the sausage in a pan until cooked through (if using uncooked sausage).

Step 5
~4 min

Melt the margarine in a large pan.

Step 6
~4 min

Lightly sauté the onions in the melted margarine until translucent.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the boiled and browned potatoes to the pan with the onions.

Step 8
~4 min

Mix the eggs and milk in a bowl.

Step 9
~4 min

Season the egg mixture with salt, sweet paprika, ground nutmeg, and pepper to taste.

Step 10
~4 min

Add chopped chives and pre-cooked sausage (if using) to the egg mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Pour the egg mixture over the potatoes and onions in the pan.

Step 12
~4 min

Cook until the eggs are set, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use leftover cooked potatoes to save time.

Add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for added flavor and nutrients.

Garnish with fresh parsley or dill instead of chives.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Potatoes and sausage can be cooked ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Top with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled beets
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

A traditional hearty breakfast often eaten by farmers.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Family brunches

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Weekend

Popularity Score

60/100

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