Savory Scrambled Eggs (Scotch Woodcock)
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Savory Scrambled Eggs (Scotch Woodcock)
Anchovies are high in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, niacin, and selenium and very low in calories. Because they're small fish that are low on the food chain, they're unlikely to harbor high levels of mercury, PCB's, dioxanes, or other contaminants.
This salty cured fish isn’t exactly fishy. In many ways it is the aquatic version of bacon which can be shockingly intense or pungent when left whole. The texture and flavor isn’t for everyone but you might be surprised at how often you eat them without knowing. Did you know the flavor in Worcestershire sauce relies hugely on the anchovy?
The Romans used anchovies to make garum, a gravy-like sauce, to season most of their cooking. In southern France, Spain and Italy, the sauce gave way to the use of the salted fish itself. Scotch Woodcock is a traditional Scottish recipe from the Victorian period which was spread on toast served at the end of a meal before dessert. This is my dog friendly version of that recipe.
"the cast of characters"
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 - 2 oz can anchovies in olive oil*
- 3 tablespoons of greek yogurt with pears
Preparation Instructions
1. Pour the oil from the can of anchovies into a non-stick pan and slowly cook the eggs over low-medium heat. (High heat can ruin the eggs)
2. Chop the anchovies into small pieces and stir into the eggs while they are still cooking.
3. Continue to cook until the eggs are thoroughly cooked.
4. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the yogurt.
5. Let cool slightly and serve.
Kora, our current foster
*I soaked the anchovies in milk for 10-15 minutes to remove most of the salt.
These anchovies were wrapped around capers which are the immature flower buds of a spiky bush native to the Mediterranean, called capparis spinosa. When allowed to develop, the buds grow into beautiful white flowers. The immature buds are picked and dried, then preserved in either salt, brine or vinegar. I couldn't locate anything saying they were toxic for dogs but you may want to avoid them. Kirby ate one then left the rest while Kora ate all of her capers then ate his. Neither dog showed any adverse reactions.
