Anthony Bourdain’s scrambled eggs recipe is a must-try – the trick to his eggs is genius!
If you aren’t familiar with Anthony Bourdain’s scrambled eggs, you’ll want to change that immediately. Because love him or hate him (we all have an opinion about that!) the trick to his scrambled eggs is genius.
Years ago, when we were new to California, we watched the LA episode of his Layover show and copied everything he did and everything he ate with dedication. We went out for Korean BBQ the very next night. We took his advice and ordered the pork neck stew. We made his scrambled eggs a few days later. We did not stay in a private bungalow at Chateau Marmont…but everything else? We did.
How to make Anthony Bourdain’s Scrambled Eggs
When Anthony Bourdain stays in his (fancy) bungalow, he always makes his own breakfast. I love that it’s one of those chef meals that features simple elements that come together in a delicious way. Here’s how to make Anthony Bourdain’s Scrambled Eggs:
- Fry the sliced bacon until crisp
- Whisk eggs and add them to the pan (no milk, no water)
- When eggs are finished cooking, stir in a dollop of sour cream and chopped chives or green onions
Ok, pause. I know that you might be thinking that sour cream in eggs is gross – or sacrilege – or both, but it works! The dollop of sour cream at the end of cooking turns scrambled eggs (even dry, over-cooked eggs) into the creamiest, richest eggs – all without the pressure of cooking them perfectly.
Seriously. Anthony Bourdain’s Scrambled Eggs wouldn’t exist without the sour cream!
Have I convinced you? Will you try it and report back?
If breakfast is your jam, you’ve got to try breakfast tacos with chipotle sour cream – they are one of my favorite meals!
Anthony Bourdain’s Scrambled Eggs Recipe:
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Anthony Bourdain’s scrambled egg recipe is a must-try – the trick to his eggs is genius!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sliced bacon (about 2 slices of thick-cut)
- 4 eggs, whisked
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 2 Tbsp. chopped chives
- 2 Tbsp. sour cream
Instructions
- Heat a medium or large pan (nonstick if you have it) over medium-high heat.
- Add bacon to pan and cook, stirring frequently, until bacon is crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Lower heat and drain some of the bacon fat.
- Add eggs to pan, stirring constantly, and when set, remove from heat.
- Stir in sour cream, chives and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Keywords: scrambled eggs, eggs, breakfast, brunch
I love Anthony Bourdain because he’s well-spoken, hilarious, and gracefully encounters crazy happenstances (like roasted guinea pigs). I hate him because he has the most amazing job in the world, and I want it.
I also love simple, delicious recipes. This looks like a keeper. Happy Monday!
I too am in the LOVE category of Anthony Bourdain. He’s a boss!
I am in the LOVE category as well. I adore his snarkiness! We always watch his show and love it!
He cracks me up. There was an episode of No Reservations when he was in Sweden and kept making fun of ABBA, and saying, “c’mon, you guys don’t REALLY like them, do you?” and all the Swedes’ responses were, “well, yes. Yes we do.” It was hilarious. (I clearly identified, being the good Scandinavian that I am)
what is the delicious looking toast you are eating on the side?!
Hi Jamie! It is French Meadow Bakery Pumpernickel. It is so gorgeous, I love it! You could try to find it in a natural food store, Whole Foods, etc.
I can see why people hate on Anthony Bourdain…esp the vegans. Haha! But I love him. Usually people won’t be able to get away with the things he says though! I don’t know how he does it!
Count me in the love category too 🙂 I’ve definitely never done sour cream in eggs before…totally worth trying!
Love, love, love. For me it’s first the travel, then the food. We saw him in Louisville in Feb with Eric Ripert. I just have so much respect for his philosophy, and how he views visiting another country as being in the local’s home (which is a big reason why he won’t refuse meat when the people are offering him the rarest delicacy, he sees disrespect in that). My husband is currently reading Medium Raw and I’m going to get to it next. Great so far, or so I hear! 🙂
I’m a big fan as well for his honesty (although I know that’s what many dislike most about him). Also love the idea of mixing bacon into the eggs rather than alongside them.
Same here, I love his (at times brutal) honesty!