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How to Fry An Egg Recipe
Amy

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.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil or small pat of butter
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Crack the egg into a small bowl or ramekin.
  2. 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.
  3. Carefully pour in the egg and reduce the heat to low.
  4. Cook, uncovered, for 1 minute, then cover and cook until the whites are just set, 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. 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.
  6. Transfer to a plate and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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