Revuelto de Gramajo: Classic Argentine Scramble Recipe

Revuelto de Gramajo is a quick, satisfying Argentine dish traditionally made with just a few ingredients: potatoes, eggs, and ham. While it has become popular with variations over time, the core recipe is simple, delicious, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal. Known for its crispy potatoes and savory egg scramble, Revuelto de Gramajo can be cooked up in about 15 minutes and enjoyed on its own or as a side dish to grilled meats.

Ingredients

• ½ kg (about 1 lb) potatoes
• 1 medium onion
• 1 small scallion (optional)
• ½ bell pepper
• 2 garlic cloves
• 100 g (about 3.5 oz) cooked ham
• 4 eggs
• A handful of peas (optional)
• Fresh parsley, for garnish
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Olive oil (for cooking)
• Oil for frying

Steps

1. Prepare the Potatoes: Slice the potatoes into thin matchsticks (similar to shoestring fries). Heat oil in a pan and fry the potatoes until golden and crispy. Set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In a separate pan, add olive oil and sauté the sliced onion, scallion, and bell pepper until the onion turns translucent.
3. Add Garlic and Ham: Finely chop the garlic and cut the ham into thin strips. Add them to the vegetable mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Scramble with Eggs: Beat the eggs in a bowl and pour them into the pan with the ham and vegetables. Stir until the eggs are fully cooked but still moist.
5. Combine and Serve: Add the crispy potatoes to the egg mixture, along with the optional peas, and gently combine. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

Revuelto de Gramajo is incredibly versatile. It can be enjoyed as a standalone meal, especially for breakfast or brunch, or as a delicious side dish to Argentine grilled meats (asado). You can also serve it with crusty bread for a heartier meal or pair it with a fresh salad for a balanced option.

For a bit of variety, try adding extras like cheese or bacon, or switch up the vegetables to your liking. However you enjoy it, Revuelto de Gramajo is a taste of traditional Argentine comfort food, perfect for any occasion.