Yaichnytsia

Name: Yaichnytsia
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: 4 oz bacon, diced; 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely diced; 4 large eggs, beaten; 2 tbsp whole milk; 1/8 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp ground black pepper; 2 tsp fresh dill, chopped

Yaichnytsia is Ukrainian scrambled egg baked into a pan of crisp bacon and onion, then finished with fresh dill. It is a quick farmhouse breakfast that is often served with rye bread.

20 minEasyServes 2460 cal/serving

UkrainianBreakfastStovetopStandardGluten-FreeNut-Free

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Ingredients

4 oz bacon, diced
1/2 medium yellow onion, finely diced
4 large eggs, beaten
2 tbsp whole milk
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
2 tsp fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

1

Cook 4 oz diced bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and the pieces reach 160°F internal temperature. Use a slotted spoon to move it to a plate, leaving the fat in the pan.
2

Cook 1/2 medium finely diced yellow onion in the bacon fat until soft and golden, about 4 minutes.
3

Whisk 4 beaten large eggs, 2 tbsp whole milk, 1/8 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp ground black pepper together until smooth.
4

Return the bacon to the pan and pour in the eggs. Stir gently until just set, 2 to 3 minutes.
5

Scatter 2 tsp chopped fresh dill over the top and serve right away.

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What is Yaichnytsia?

Yaichnytsia is Ukrainian scrambled egg baked into a pan of crisp bacon and onion, then finished with fresh dill. It is a quick farmhouse breakfast that is often served with rye bread. This reference files it under Ukrainian breakfast: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 20 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Yaichnytsia reach?

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

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Yaichnytsia?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Yaichnytsia uses 4 oz bacon, diced.

Can I make Yaichnytsia dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Yaichnytsia is 2 tbsp whole milk. Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Yaichnytsia contain eggs?

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

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