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Eggs Chesapeake with Hollandaise Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 pound lump crabmeat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/2 cup hollandaise sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine 1 pound lump crabmeat, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Mix until well combined.
- Form the crab mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the crab cakes and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- In a separate large pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
- Carefully crack 4 eggs into the simmering water and poach for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Remove the poached eggs with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
- To assemble, place a crab cake on each plate and top with a poached egg. Spoon 2 tablespoons of hollandaise sauce over each egg. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Eggs Chesapeake is a delectable dish that originated in the Chesapeake Bay region of the United States. This savory creation features poached eggs nestled on a bed of succulent crab cakes, all crowned with a luscious hollandaise sauce. The dish is a celebration of the region's abundant seafood and is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Renowned chefs in Maryland and Virginia have put their own unique spin on this classic, using the freshest crab meat and perfecting the art of poaching eggs to achieve the ideal texture. For the best version of this dish, head to waterfront restaurants in the Chesapeake Bay area, where you can savor the freshest crab and the most velvety hollandaise sauce. The key to a stellar Eggs Chesapeake lies in the quality of the crab cakes and the hollandaise sauce, as well as the precise poaching of the eggs. While the traditional recipe calls for hollandaise sauce, some chefs may offer a delightful twist by incorporating a creamy seafood sauce or a zesty remoulade. Whether you're enjoying it for brunch or a special dinner, Eggs Chesapeake is a true culinary delight that captures the essence of the Chesapeake Bay.
40 min
4
450 calories
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