This Friday, 13 October 2023, we celebrate the egg because it's World Egg Day!

Eggs will not only satisfy your hunger, but they are also good for you… and affordable! They are loaded with high-quality protein that boosts your immune system, builds muscles, and strengthens bones. Tune in from 7am on Friday when Laurika du Preez will feed you more egg facts and tips.

Made possible by the South African Poultry Association.

Crack some eggs and get cooking… sunny side up, scrambled, fried, boiled or poached, or an omelette, no matter how you like them, eggs are welcome at any breakfast!

Potato omelette frittata

This dish transports well and is delicious for picnics or packed school lunches.

Serves: 4

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 500ml sunflower oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 900g potatoes, peeled and sliced, 1cm thick
• 10 eggs, whisked
• 4 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped and extra for serving
• Salt and ground pepper
• chakalaka to serve

Method:

Fill a large deep sauté pan with the sunflower oil and heat up.

Place the potato slices and onion together in hot oil, and cook gently, partially covered until soft, without frying them for 25 to 30 minutes.

Drain the cooked potatoes and onions through a colander and set the oil aside. Allow the potatoes and onions to cool.

In a bowl, add the eggs and parsley with the potato and onions, and season.

Heat a drizzle of the reserved oil in a large non-stick frying pan (about 5cm deep).

Pour the egg and potato mixture into the frying pan and fry for about 10 to 12 minutes or until half cooked (the top will still be a bit wobbly).

Slide the omelette onto a plate, cooked side down.

Place a pan over the plate and flip the omelette back into the pan, raw side down.

Cook for a further 6 to 10 minutes or until golden brown and firm.

To serve, cut into wedges and serve with chakalaka, salad and crusty bread.

Scrambled eggs

Serves: 1

Preparation time: 5 minutes

Cooking time: 3 – 4 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon butter

Method:

Combine the egg and milk in a small bowl and whisk.

Heat the butter in a small non-stick frying pan.

Cook the egg mixture over a low heat stirring until cooked.

Do not use a high temperature or the egg will burn and stick to the pan.

Transfer to a plate and allow to cool slightly before serving.