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Scrambled Eggs with Mushrooms (Czech Smazenice)
If I had to pick one dish that shows off Czech cooking in the fall, it would be the tasty mushroom scrambled eggs called Smaženice! I will break down each step of making Smaženice below so you can follow along easily.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 169 kcal
Cuisine:
Czech
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms Please always check with someone knowledgeable about the selection of edible wild mushrooms in your area.
- 3 eggs
- 2 small onions peeled and finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground caraway seeds
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 Tablespoons water
- 1 Tablespoon lard (or sunflower oil/canola)
Instructions
- Clean 1 pound fresh mushrooms with a damp cloth, and scrape the top layer off the mushroom stems with a knife. Cut the mushrooms into larger chunks, about ¾ inch in size. If you find any wormy spots, set those pieces aside; they should not be used in the Smaženice.
- Peel and finely chop 2 small onions. Heat 1 Tablespoon lard or oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the onion until it starts to turn golden, stirring regularly.
- Now add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet, season with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon ground caraway seeds. Cook while stirring until the mushrooms begin to sweat, which takes about 5-6 minutes.
- Add 3 Tablespoons water, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add 3 eggs, stirring well, and cook until they thicken. Scrape the bottom of the skillet periodically with a wooden spatula, stirring the eggs, until soft curds form.
- Don't let the eggs cook for too long, as they can dry out! The texture should be fine and creamy. Now, remove the pan from the heat, and season with ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper and salt to taste, if necessary.
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Notes
- SERVING:
- STORAGE:
- The basic recipe makes about 3 portions.
- SERVING: Place the smaženice on a plate and add a slice of fresh rye bread. For a better presentation, sprinkle the fried mushrooms with chopped chives or parsley. Enjoy while it is still warm.
- STORAGE: If you have any leftover Smaženice, place it in an airtight container in the fridge and consume it within three days.
- While the sliced mushrooms can be frozen without any problems, I do not recommend freezing the finished Smaženice.
- Always consult someone knowledgeable about the selection of edible wild mushrooms in your area. Keep your mushroom hunt safe!
Nutrition Information
Calories
169kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.04g
Cholesterol
164mg
(55%)
Sodium
849mg
(35%)
Potassium
660mg
(19%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
242IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
52mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 169
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 169kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 164mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 849mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 660mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 242IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.