Torrijas Saladas Con Ajo Garlic French Toast
Transform your breakfast routine with *Torrijas Saladas Con Ajo*—a savory twist on traditional French toast that combines rustic bread, aromatic garlic, and a golden, crispy finish. Perfect for utilizing leftover stale bread, this Spanish-inspired recipe elevates simple ingredients into a gourmet delight. The bread is soaked in a garlicky milk and egg mixture, then pan-fried to perfection in olive oil and butter for irresistible flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley, these savory garlic French toast slices offer the ideal balance of soft center and crunchy edges. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for brunch or as a side for soups and salads. Embrace the bold flavors of this Mediterranean classic and bring a touch of Spanish comfort food to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices stale bread (baguette or rustic loaf)
- 250 ml milk
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Add half of the minced garlic to the mixture and whisk to combine.
Place the bread slices in a shallow dish. Pour the milk and egg mixture over the bread, ensuring each slice is well-coated. Let the bread soak for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through to absorb evenly.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and butter, allowing the butter to melt completely.
Once the pan is hot, add the remaining minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Gently lift each soaked bread slice out of the dish, letting any excess liquid drip off, and place it in the skillet. Cook the bread in batches, 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove the cooked torrijas from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your savory garlic torrijas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.3 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 3579 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 813 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
