Migas del pastor is a traditional dish of Spanish cuisine, especially popular in the regions of Castilla-La Mancha, Extremadura and Andalusia. They were originally prepared as a shepherd's meal, using stale bread and other simple ingredients they had on hand. Over time, this recipe has evolved into a much-loved delicacy, especially when accompanied by a fried egg, which adds creaminess and a delicious contrast to the crunchy texture of the migas.
Ingredients (for 4 persons):
- 500 g of bread hard
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 100 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 100 g bacon or bacon
- 100 g of ham (slightly cured) in small cubes
- 100 g of chorizo
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 pinch of salt
- 4 eggs
- Water (quantity required)
Elaboration:
- Prepare the bread: Cut the bread Cut it into small pieces or break it into small pieces with your hands. Lightly moisten it with a little water without soaking it too much and leave it to rest covered with a cloth for at least an hour to soften.
- Brown the garlic: In a large frying pan or iron pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the whole, unpeeled garlic. Sauté until golden brown and set aside.
- Fry the sausages: In the same oil, add the bacon or bacon pieces and fry until crispy. Then add the ham and the sliced chorizo and fry until it releases its juices and takes colour. Remove the sausages and set aside.
- Cook the crumbs: Add the breadcrumbs to the pan with the oil and stir constantly to infuse the breadcrumbs with the flavours. Cook over medium-low heat for about 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently until the crumbs are loose and golden brown.
- Add the paprika: Add the sweet paprika and mix well to give the crumbs their characteristic colour and flavour.
- Fry the eggs: In a separate pan, fry the eggs in a little olive oil until the whites are cooked and the yolks are runny.
- Mount the plate: Serve the crumbs piping hot on individual plates or in an earthenware dish, place a fried egg on top and serve with the reserved sausages.
Suggested presentation:
- Accompany with grapes, orange or even some melon, following the tradition of some regions.
- Serve with fried peppers or a light salad to balance the dish.
Preparation time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
Additional advice:
- It is important to stir the crumbs constantly to avoid clumping and to ensure a crunchy texture.
- If you prefer a spicier touch, you can use hot paprika instead of sweet paprika or add chilli to the stir-fry.
- For a lighter version, reduce the amount of oil and sausages and serve with more vegetables.
Nutritional information (approximate per serving):
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Protein: 20 g
- Fat: 35 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Sugars: 2 g
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