From hash and curries to salads and fry-ups you can't deny that the humble potato and egg come together to form the basis of nourishing meals across many cuisines.
Grab your egg and potato, here are some of our favourite recipes.
For this satisfying brunch, eggs and bacon are nestled in a bed of sweet potato, topped with a solid sprinkling of dill for freshness. Guaranteed to hit all your sweet, salty and savoury breakfast cravings.
Sweet potato hash with bacon, eggs and dill Credit: Adam Liaw
Panch phoran is a Bengali five-spice mix. You can buy it in some spice shops, but it’s easy enough to make your own, and it’s so addictive, that we’ve given you a recipe for more than you’ll need for this recipe. Keep it in an airtight container for up to 3 months - it’s delicious in dahl, on fried cauliflower, fish – anything really – but it’s particularly good with potatoes.
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Scrambled eggs, potatoes and warm spices are cooked to create this delicious side dish. Topped with fresh coriander or parsley and served with khebez (Lebanese pita bread) and tea, this is Lebanese comfort food at its best.
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The perfect fridge-ends dish comes courtesy of the late Bill Granger: when the potatoes are left overnight, they dry out, so when you fry them they take on all the flavours and become incredibly crisp.
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As in Spain, 'tortilla' in Argentina refers to a large cake made of potato and egg, flavoured with herbs and pepper. We love having this cold, making it perfect for leftovers. So good!
Potato tortilla Credit: Rachel Tolosa Paz
We love a good potato gem hack and these nuggets, says Mary Berg, are perfect with eggs and salmon. "They’re crispy, they’re salty, they’re crunchy, and they’re amazing for an indulgent brunch. Or lunch. Or dinner."
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This warm potato and egg salad uses the nifty method of steaming your eggs, for a smoother, silkier effect.
Spiced potatoes and peas come together with hard boiled eggs covered in a tangy tamarind gravy to conjure up images of monsoon season in Calcutta. Get Asma Khan's recipe below.
If you're looking to up your brunch game, this dish is for you. With savoury notes from the sausage and natural sweetness from the sweet potato, a touch of cream and eggs cooked in the mix, this is perfect comfort food, and it's easy to make.
Brunch skillet. Credit: Comfort Food With Spencer Watts
Salmagundi is a traditional British dish originating from the 17th century. It is a mixed platter that typically consists of a variety of salad leaves, boiled vegetables, cold meats, eggs and herbs. The word "salmagundi" means "a mixture" in old French, reflecting the dish's eclectic nature.
Salmagundi Credit: Kitti Gould
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