Quail Egg and Chistorra Montaditos

Name: Quail Egg and Chistorra Montaditos
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: Quail eggs; Chistorra sausage; Crusty baguette; Smoked salt; Extra virgin olive oil

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If you're looking for an easy chistorra montadito to share, this pairing with quail eggs takes just 20 minutes and only five ingredients. I love serving it as a Christmas starter, but it's just as great for a casual weekend get-together. With a good crusty baguette, chistorra sausage, eggs, extra virgin olive oil, and smoked salt, you have a foolproof recipe for four people.

The real charm of these quail egg montaditos is the contrast between the rich, spiced chistorra and the delicate, runny egg. I recommend using just a light touch of smoked salt so you don't overpower the flavours. If you're planning a tapas spread with quail eggs, this is one of the easiest hot bites to serve straight from the pan.

To complete your tapas spread, I recommend these Potato and pickled mussel montaditos and these Quick Christmas canapés.

Prep: 5 minCook: 15 minServes: 4

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need

Quail eggs
Chistorra sausage
Crusty baguette
Smoked salt
Extra virgin olive oil

Step by step

Method

1Cook the quail eggs on a griddle or in a frying pan and set them aside.
2Next, fry the sliced chistorra until cooked through, then set aside.
3In the same pan, using the rendered fat from the chistorra with a quick drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, toast the sliced baguette.
4Toast on both sides until beautifully crisp and golden.
5Arrange the toasted bread on a pretty serving board or platter, top each slice with an egg, and secure a piece of chistorra on top with a cocktail stick.
6Finish with a pinch of smoked salt over the egg yolks.
7Your festive QUAIL EGG AND CHISTORRA MONTADITOS are ready to enjoy!

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare these chistorra montaditos ahead of time?

You can slice the bread and portion the chistorra in advance, keeping the sausage covered in the fridge. I'd leave cooking the eggs and final assembly until just before serving so the bread stays nice and crisp.

How can I make these montaditos gluten-free?

Simply swap the baguette for a gluten-free loaf and check that your chistorra is certified gluten-free. Make sure your pans and prep surfaces are clean to avoid any cross-contamination.

Can I use regular salt instead of smoked salt?

Yes, you can use regular salt, just a tiny pinch since the chistorra already brings plenty of savoury flavour. You'll miss that subtle smoky touch, but the pairing will still taste wonderful.