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Nutritional Values
600kcal
20gProtein
58gCarbs
34gFat
6gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥚 Eggs
Fried Egg and Fries
How to order / say it
Say it
Huevos rotos — [WHEH-vohs ROH-tohs]
Order
I'd like the huevos rotos, please.
Locally
Quisiera los huevos rotos, por favor.
Say locally
Fries topped with fried eggs and jamón ibérico.
Why try it?
Huevos rotos is a staple in Madrid's tapas scene, embodying the simplicity of Spanish ingredients. It symbolizes the casual yet delightful aspect of Madrid's culinary offerings.
How it tastes
The richness of the runny yolk combines with crispy fries and the salty-savory notes of Iberian ham, creating a simple yet indulgent dish.
Origin & History — first documented: 1980
Huevos rotos became popular in Madrid during the late 20th century, often served in bars as a quick, satisfying meal. Its origins lie in humble home cooking traditions.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 400 g potatoes
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🥩 50 g jamón ibérico
- 🫒 100 ml olive oil
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
Method
- 1 Peel and cut the potatoes into fries.
- 2 Fry potatoes in hot olive oil until golden and crisp.
- 3 In the same oil, fry eggs sunny side up.
- 4 Place fries on a plate, top with eggs and jamón ibérico. Season with salt and serve.
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