🇵🇹 Portugal · Food
Ovos à Moda do Alentejo
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇵🇹 PTA rustic and hearty Alentejo specialty featuring poached eggs nestled in a savory mixture of spicy chouriço sausage and sautéed onions, served over toasted bread.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Dice 200g of chouriço and 1 onion, and mince 2 cloves of garlic.
- 2
Heat 30ml of olive oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat and sauté the chouriço until it releases its colorful oil.
- 3
Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft; add the garlic and 1 tsp paprika, stirring for 30 seconds.
- 4
Create 6 small wells in the onion and chouriço mixture using a wooden spoon.
- 5
Crack 6 eggs carefully into the wells, season them with 0.5 tsp salt, and reduce the heat to low.
- 6
Cover the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- 7
Toast 4 thick slices of bread and place them on serving plates.
- 8
Carefully lift each egg with some of the chouriço base onto the bread and serve immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can't find Portuguese chouriço?+
Spanish chorizo is a good substitute, although it tends to be drier; look for a soft version if possible.
Can I use different bread?+
Traditional Alentejo bread is dense and sourdough-based, but any rustic, hearty bread will work well.
How do I ensure the yolks stay runny?+
Watch closely as the whites set; the moment they turn opaque and white, the dish is ready. Pull it off the heat immediately.
Is this a breakfast or dinner dish?+
It is enjoyed at any time of day in Portugal, often served as a comforting lunch or quick supper.
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