These Quail Croque-Madame can create the most delicious starters. They look pretty and are bests served with endive, radicchio and fresh herbs. The Quail’s Eggs must be extremely fresh !
First, here is the list of the different ingredients you will need to make the Quail Croque-Madame that serves 4
- 8 quail eggs
- 8 semi dried cherry tomatoes
- 4 bread slices
- 1 big Tbsp (20 g) salted butter
- 1/3 cup (100 g) sprouts ( optional)
- 1 Tbsp Olive oil
- Freshly ground pepper
Now here are the few steps you will have to follow to make the Quail Croque-Madame
Toast the bread slices lightly to golden brown. Cut the bread slices at the same diameter as the rings of dried tomatoes. (You will make 2 rounds per slice of bread). Fry over low heat the tomato slices on each side then drain on paper towels.
Cook 1 to 2 minutes the quail eggs in a pan with butter.
Sprinkle each slice of bread with a thin drizzle of olive oil and place a slice of tomato on it. Finally, cover with egg and pepper.
Serve on sprouted seeds rinsed and dried and accompanied by a mixed salad. it is just delicious of the brunch idea !