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We’ve all had one of those days where the thought of cooking up a dinner once you get home is just too much to handle. When you open the pantry and all that’s in there is some Breakfast Cereal and Milk. You shrug your shoulders and mutter “why not?”, and it’s Fruit Loops for dinner. Well, what if we told you that the concept of Breakfast Dishes you can eat for dinner isn’t that far-fetched? However, instead of some boring Cereal, we’ve compiled a list of more than suitable Breakfast recipes that taste just as good in the evening as they do in the morning. So, we present to you 8 amazing Breakfast Dishes you can eat for dinner!
Sweet or Savory Crepes
Kicking off our list of Breakfast Dishes you can eat for Dinner are Sweet or Savory Crepes. This ones is an easy one. While Crepes or Pancakes are commonly considered exclusively breakfast food in many parts of the world, they are much more of a savory treat in places like France. A large, thin batter is cooked over a large pan and then filled with all kinds of delicious goodies
There is no limit to what filling you can add to your Crepes. From classic pairings like Eggs and Bacon, or Cheese, to creating an epic meal using Chicken or Beef, you’ve got a load of choices. The crepe really acts like a vessel like a Tortilla. So, add your favorite fillings and enjoy some Crepes for dinner tonight!
Skirt Steak with Eggs
Steak and Eggs is a favorite breakfast dish, especially for those looking for a high protein diet. It’s perhaps not surprising that athletes will often enjoy this meal for dinner as well. It’s a great dish when you’re wanting a filling meal, but don’t really want to put a lot of effort into cooking
Whip up the Eggs however you like (we opt for Scrambled Eggs in our recipe), then place some beautiful, marinated Steak on the grill over high heat. Allow it to rest before slicing it up and serving alongside a few slices of Toast. It’s a great midweek go-to dinner as it’s quick, easy, and delicious
Spicy Harissa Shakshuka
This massively popular dish has its origins in Northern Africa but has quickly swept the world in popularity. The dish is classically prepared by making a Tomato Based sauce which is heavily spiced. The Sauce is cooked in an oven-safe dish such as a Cast Iron Skillet. Then, crack a few eggs into the Sauce once it has thickened then bake it all in the Oven until the Eggs are perfectly cooked
This is a great Breakfast dish to enjoy for Dinner because many of the ingredients in the dish other than the Eggs are more familiar at the dinner table. A rich, Tomato based sauce and wonderful spices such as Harissa, Cumin, and Sumac are commonly enjoyed for dinner. Making this delicious Shakshuka meal a great Breakfast Dish you can eat for Dinner
New Mexico Huevos Rancheros
There are many versions of Huevos Rancheros, a classic Mexican meal of Fried Eggs served over crunchy Corn Chips, however New Mexico’s one may be our favorite. NM is famous for their Red and Green Chilis, so if you can get your hands on some, this recipe writes itself
The Sauce is a rich Tomato and Chili based sauce which is then poured on top of crispy Corn Chips. To finish the dish, fry up a couple of tasty Eggs and place them on top. The textures and flavors in this dish are amazing, and a fitting all-day Breakfast meal to be enjoyed!
California Breakfast Burrito
Breakfast Burritos are wildly popular in California, and they come in so many different forms. What makes our version of this classic breakfast dish unique is the inclusion of slow braised Beef Short Ribs. We flavor the short ribs in a delicious Mexican spice mix. It’s then slow cook them for hours, until tender and delicious
The richness of the Short Ribs paired with the silky Eggs and melty cheese make for a beautiful flavor combination. The Short Ribs themselves are their own meal, and can be utilized in so many different applications. Whip up a batch of these amazing Short Ribs and try wrapping them up in a Tortilla with some Eggs for a fun breakfast / dinner!
Full English Breakfast
Easily the mother of all Breakfasts, by it’s sheer volume of food if nothing else. This famous dish may very well be the best plate of food that’s come out of the UK. It is a massive plate that is piled high with Eggs, Toast, Sausage, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Bacon, and of course, Baked Beans!
Full English Breakfasts are so commonly enjoyed over the weekends. Quite often by people who may have had a little too much to drink the night before. The very fact that this is a hangover food favorite qualifies it for a breakfast you can eat for dinner, as it’s commonly eaten by people who’ve only woken up mid-afternoon!
Texas Breakfast Tacos
Texas is famous for loads of Dinner dishes, from BBQ Brisket, to their famous Steaks. However equally as amazing is their Tex-Mex cuisine. A hybrid of American and Mexican food that has formed its own unique cuisine that stands alone as equal to it’s contemporaries. From Nachos, to Burritos, and everything in between, there’s a great tasting Tex-Mex dish for everyone
Perhaps one of the most famous Tex-Mex breakfast dishes is Breakfast Tacos. These affordable and delicious Tacos are so simple – Some Scrambled Eggs along with Cheese and Hot Sauce are wrapped up in foil and sold for cheap all over the state. Add a few more delicious ingredients to fancy up the Taco and you’ve got yourself a more-than-worthy Breakfast dish that can be enjoyed for Dinner.
Classic Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwich
A Bacon, Egg, and Cheese may just be the perfect combination of flavors. It’s open of those simple dishes that has stayed constant for decades, because there’s no way to improve on perfection! In all honesty, a Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich is my go-to for an easy home cooked meal whenever I’m hungry. Time is irrelevant when eating this dish. It’s just as home in my household on the breakfast table as it is for an easy and tasty dinner. A recommendation: Try adding BBQ sauce to the sandwich. While not as popular in the US, in the UK and Australia adding BBQ Sauce on a BEC is a tasty tradition you must try!
Perhaps this is the kickoff to a movement. If so, we’re totally for it. Breakfast dishes are finally breaking out of the morning time zone and taking over dinner. The sheer amount of creativity and diversity in breakfast dishes these days allows for so many flavor combinations that work so well for dinner
So, we highly recommend you try out some of our recommendations for delicious Breakfast Dishes you can eat for Dinner. There’s a little something for everyone in this list so we’re certain you’ll enjoy cooking and eating these meals
Happy Cooking!
