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Serrano ham, avocado and poached egg tostada

Spanish tostada recipe, a simple affair and a popular Spanish breakfast usually served with garlic, tomato, salt and olive oil. This Spanish tostada however goes a step further and makes a tasty lunch. Using serrano ham and with the addition of avocado and a poached egg this tostada has a touch of class but is still quick and easy to make. Enjoy!

You will need:

Bread
2 Eggs
100g Serrano ham, sliced into strips
1 Clove garlic, peeled
1 Avocado, sliced
Extra virgin olive oil
Vinegar

Method

• Cut a section from a French stick or "barra" and slice in half lengthways.

• Boil water in a pan with 1 tablespoon of vinegar, gently crack each egg into the water and simmer for 4 minutes.

• Meanwhile toast the bread, rub the garlic clove over the toast.

• Place half a dozen slices of avocado onto each toast.

• Remove the poached eggs from the pan and place one each on each toast.

• Top with thinly sliced serrano ham and drizzle with good olive oil.

• Serve immediately.

Makes 2