Leftover Kurobuta Ham & Eggs Benedict with Blender Hollandaise
Mandy Tanner
2 to 4
10 minutes
15 minutes
Ham
Cooked Kurobuta Ham makes an excellent brunch option,
especially with this easy blender hollandaise. Lemon juice takes the place of a
traditional vinegar reduction, and adding hot water to the blender to warm the
jar for a few minutes before cooking will help make a smooth and luscious
sauce. There will be more than enough hollandaise if you decide to make a few
extra servings. The blender hollandaise is also delicious with grilled or
steamed vegetables, or crispy roasted potatoes.
Ingredients
Blender Hollandaise
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Ham & Eggs Benedict
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 4 eggs
- 2 English muffins, split and toasted
- 8 ounces Kurobuta ham, cooked, sliced into 3-inch by 3-inch pieces
- Microgreens or sliced chives, for serving, optional Cayenne pepper, for serving, optional
Directions
Blender Hollandaise
- Prepare the blender hollandaise; Fill a blender jar with warm water and let sit for 2 minutes to warm the jar before using. Drain and carefully dry the blender.
- Add the lemon juice and egg yolks and blend. Stream in the butter through the lid, while blending. Continue to blend for 2 minutes, until the mixture is smooth, pourable, thickened. Add the cayenne and salt, and blend to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning, as needed. Keep warm for serving.
Ham & Eggs Benedict
- Poach the eggs; Line a plate with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel for draining the cooked eggs. (Optional, crack the eggs into a strainer over a bowl to remove any thinner parts of the egg whites, then transfer to a small bowl.) In a large pot or skillet with 3-inches of water, warm the water over medium heat, to just below a simmer. Add the vinegar and stir to combine. Gently pour the eggs into the water, one at a time. Cook for 1 ½ to 2 minutes or until the whites are set but yolks are still runny. Carefully remove from the water with a slotted spoon and drain on the lined plate.
- For serving; Add the toasted English muffins to a plate and top with sliced Kurobuta Ham. Add one poached egg, and top with hollandaise, as desired. Garnish with microgreens or chives, and a pinch of cayenne, as desired. Enjoy!