Puffball Fritters with Soft-Boiled Eggs and Bacon

Crispy breaded puffball mushroom slices topped with soft-boiled eggs, garlic, and crunchy pancetta. Served with fresh salad leaves.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 396.1 kcals 1584.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 21.2 grams 84.6 grams
Fat 27.7 grams 110.8 grams
Protein 19.6 grams 78.4 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
2
piece
Egg
beaten and seasoned
4
piece
Egg
whole, for boiling
GrainsCereals
100
g
White Breadcrumbs
from a day old loaf
Meat
4
slice
Pancetta
or streaky bacon
NutsSeeds
2
clove
Garlic
finely chopped
1
tsp
Salt
to taste
1
tsp
Black Pepper
freshly ground
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
for frying
Vegetables
4
slice
Puffball
1cm thick
1
handful
Salad Leaves
lightly dressed

Steps

  • Chop the pancetta into thick matchsticks and fry in olive oil until crispy.
  • Add the garlic to the pan and fry until it begins to color.
  • Remove the pancetta and garlic and drain on kitchen paper.
  • Boil four eggs in a pan of water for 4 minutes to achieve a soft-boiled consistency.
  • Dip puffball slices into the beaten egg and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
  • Fry the puffball slices in the pancetta oil until they are golden and crispy.
  • Drain the slices on kitchen paper and place them onto warmed plates.
  • Carefully peel the boiled eggs, cut them in half, and place on the mushroom slices.
  • Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the reserved pancetta and garlic.
  • Serve immediately with a side of dressed salad leaves.