How to Fry An Egg
Mastering the art of frying an egg is a skill that delivers golden, crispy edges and a silky, tender yolk in just 10 minutes. Whether you’re craving a quick breakfast or a protein-packed snack, this simple technique promises a satisfying bite every time.
Equipment
- nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil or small pat of butter
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Crack the egg into a small bowl or ramekin.
- Heat the olive oil in a nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over medium heat and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Carefully pour in the egg and reduce the heat to low.
- Cook, uncovered, for 1 minute, then cover and cook until the whites are just set, 2 to 3 minutes.
- For an over easy egg, carefully flip the fried egg and cook until the whites are fully set, about 15 seconds, longer for an over medium or over hard egg.
- Transfer to a plate and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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