Seared Scallions with Poached Eggs

A simple yet elegant dish featuring charred scallions topped with perfectly poached eggs and a bright lemon-scallion sauce. This recipe combines the smoky flavor of grilled scallions with runny eggs and a tangy dressing.

2 servings
15 min

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches bunches scallions
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 large large eggs

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Mince 1 whole scallion, transfer to a bowl, and whisk in 2 tablespoons oil and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set scallion sauce aside. Put the remaining scallions on a plate. Drizzle with remaining oil and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Heat a large cast-iron grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook scallions, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred, about 5 minutes. Divide scallions between plates.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Pour 1/2 cup water into each of two 8-ounce microwave-safe coffee cups. Crack 1 egg into each cup, making sure it's completely submerged. Cover each with a saucer. Microwave 1 egg on high until white is set but yolk is runny, about 1 minute (cooking time will vary depending on microwave). Uncover; using a slotted spoon, transfer egg to top of 1 serving of scallions. Dress with half of the scallion sauce. Repeat with remaining egg and sauce; serve.

    5 min

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