🍳🥑 Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict with Spinach & Hollandaise

✨ Overview

This dish is a refined take on the classic Eggs Benedict, featuring:

• Toasted English muffins
• Sautéed spinach
• Silky smoked salmon
• Perfectly poached eggs
• Rich, buttery Hollandaise sauce

It’s a restaurant-quality brunch dish known for its creamy texture, balanced flavors, and elegant presentation.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2)

Base

• 2 English muffins, split
• Butter (for toasting)

Greens

• Fresh spinach
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• Olive oil
• Salt

Protein

• 100–150g smoked salmon

Poached Eggs

• 2–4 fresh eggs
• 1 tablespoon vinegar

Hollandaise Sauce

• 2 egg yolks
• 100g unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt to taste

🔥 Instructions

1. Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce

• Whisk egg yolks with lemon juice in a heatproof bowl
• Place over gently simmering water (double boiler method)
• Slowly add melted butter while whisking continuously
• Continue until thick and smooth

👉 The sauce should be creamy and glossy, not separated

2. Sauté the Spinach

• Heat olive oil in a pan
• Add garlic and sauté briefly
• Add spinach and cook until wilted
• Season lightly with salt

3. Toast the Muffins

• Toast the English muffins with butter until golden and crisp

4. Poach the Eggs

• Bring water to a gentle simmer
• Add vinegar
• Create a small swirl in the water
• Crack eggs into the center
• Cook for 2.5–3 minutes

👉 The whites should be set, while the yolk remains soft and runny

5. Assemble the Dish

• Place toasted muffin halves on a plate
• Add sautéed spinach
• Layer smoked salmon on top
• Place a poached egg over each portion
• Spoon Hollandaise sauce generously over the eggs
• Garnish with black pepper and fresh dill

💥 Flavor Profile

• Smoked salmon: savory and slightly salty
• Poached egg: soft, creamy, and rich
• Hollandaise: buttery with a light tang
• Spinach: fresh and slightly earthy

👉 Overall: a balanced, luxurious, and satisfying brunch dish

⚡ Pro Tips

• Use very fresh eggs for better poaching results
• Keep the heat low when making Hollandaise to avoid curdling
• Serve immediately for best texture and presentation
• Add avocado for a modern variation

💰 Why It Works

• Visually appealing and highly photogenic
• Classic dish with premium feel
• Ideal for brunch menus, cafés, or home cooking

👉 Final vibe:
Elegant, rich, and indulgent—this is not just breakfast, it’s a complete brunch experience.