Hangtown Fry with Herbs and Cheese

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Difficulty: Beginner

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

This unique scramble starts with crispy diced pancetta and tender halved oysters, all enveloped in a fluffy egg mixture seasoned with fresh basil and oregano. Finally, a generous layer of sharp white cheddar cheese melts beautifully over the top, creating a rich and satisfying finish to this elevated take on a classic

Ingredients

For the egg mixture

6 eggs
2 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup heavy cream
1 tsp chopped fresh basil
1 tsp chopped fresh oregano
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 dashes hot pepper sauce, your favorite

For the oysters

6 shucked small oysters, drained and cut in half (about 8 oz)
1/4 cup tablespoons Flour
1/2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning

For the scramble

4 oz pancetta, diced
1 Tbsp Cold butter
1/2 cup Sharp White Cheddar, shredded
2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1
Whisk eggs together in a bowl; add in Parmesan cheese, cream, basil, oregano, scallions, black pepper, and hot sauce. Whisk to combine
2
Mix the Old Bay Seasoning with the flour and toss the halved oysters in it. Shake off the excess with a fine sieve
3
Add the diced pancetta to a preheated non-stick pan and cook until half crisp over medium-high heat
4
Add oysters; brown, about 1 minute per side. Reduce liquid a bit, about 30 seconds more
5
Add butter; melt in the center of the pan
6
Slowly pour egg mixture over oysters, being careful not to break up the oysters; cook for 30 seconds. Shake skillet slightly, pulling the cooked eggs on the edge into the middle. Continue pulling and turning the eggs gently until almost set
7
Stir in the cheddar cheese until just melted. Move to a serving tray and top with chopped parsley
8
Serve with Aleppo Pepper Home Fries and a good sturdy rye toast. Enjoy!

Read it online: https://brinnerbites.com/recipe/hangtown-fry-with-herbs-and-cheese/

Dan Horne

Retired Chef

Hi, I'm Samantha, a full-time food blogger, mother of 2 beautiful daughters and a lovely wife. I live in New Jersey with my family. Loves traveling, sharing new recipes, and spending time with my family.