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Cajun Eggs Benedict

Poached eggs and spicy browned andouille sausage served over toasted English muffins, topped with a seasoned Cajun hollandaise sauce.

30 minMediumServes 4540 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced
  • 4 English muffins, split
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tsp white vinegar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Brown 1/2 lb sliced andouille sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.

  2. 2

    Whisk 4 egg yolks, 2 tsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp Cajun seasoning in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.

  3. 3

    Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter until sauce thickens, then remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Simmer water with 2 tsp white vinegar in a saucepan, create a vortex, and poach 4 eggs for 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Toast 4 split English muffins, top each half with 1/2 lb sliced andouille sausage, a poached egg, and sauce.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Cajun Eggs Benedict reach?

For Cajun Eggs Benedict, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of andouille in Cajun Eggs Benedict?

The entry for Cajun Eggs Benedict calls for 1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced. In its place: Any smoked sausage such as kielbasa, plus a pinch each of cayenne and smoked paprika.

Can I make Cajun Eggs Benedict dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Cajun Eggs Benedict is 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Cajun Eggs Benedict contain eggs?

Yes: 4 egg yolks and 4 eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Cajun Eggs Benedict?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 540 calories, with 22 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 38 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 980 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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