Perfect Over Easy Eggs
Perfect over easy eggs are the hallmark of any good breakfast. At least, they are at my house. If you struggle to get the perfect eggs every time, then you’re in the right place. Today, we’re talking about how to make your over easy eggs perfect every time.
I love over easy eggs with breakfast. Growing up, my mom made them all the time, and I made them for my family, too. That golden, runny yolk with perfectly cooked whites. There’s nothing better. My favorite way to eat over easy eggs is to place one egg on a slice of toast and sprinkle with salt. The crunchy toast with the smooth, creamy eggs is, just perfection in my book.
With the price of eggs out of control, I wanted to give everyone a crash course in making perfect over easy eggs. It’s such a shame to break those seemingly solid gold yolks, so read on to make them perfectly each and every time.
Why You’ll Love These Perfect Over Easy Eggs
- Limited Ingredients: You just need eggs, butter, and some salt.
- Easy: Over easy eggs are actually very easy to make if you know how.
- Delicious: A runny yolk and firm white is a delicious staple of any breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 large or extra large eggs
- 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt- divided, plain or kosher salt will also work
Substitutions and Variations
- Seasonings: Try sprinkling a little onion powder over your eggs or a bit of cayenne for a spicy kick. Get creative and have fun!
- Eggs: If you live in a rural area and can find them, try using duck eggs. They have a super-eggy yolk and luxurious flavor.
- Salt: I prefer sea salt, but, kosher and plain salt will work, as well.
Equipment
- Medium to large non stick fry pan
How to Make Perfect Eggs Over Easy
1: Preheat a medium to large nonstick pan over low to medium heat.
2: Add the butter and let it melt, swirling it around the bottom of the pan.
3: Lower the heat to low and crack each egg into the pan. Sprinkle with salt.
4: Cook the eggs for a minute or two until the whites start to set up.
5: Use a large, flat spatula to carefully flip each egg over.
6: Cook the eggs for about a minute to firm up the yolk. Flip them again and enjoy.
Storage
This recipe makes two eggs, so you’ll have the perfect amount for breakfast. There’s no need for storage!
What to Serve with Over Easy Eggs
Serve these over easy eggs with your other breakfast favorites like sausage, bacon, pancakes, waffles, biscuits and gravy, and the like.
Tips
- Don’t rush your eggs. Medium-low to low heat is what gives them plenty of time to cook without burning.
- Use a large, flat spatula that’s larger than the eggs to ensure they don’t slide off as you flip.
- Place the spatula on a slightly downward angle. This allows the eggs to slide onto the spatula without breaking the yolks.
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FAQ
First, you always want to use a flat, flexible spatula. Next, angle the spatula down a bit, so the egg can slide onto it without the yolk breaking. Finally, keep the spatula as close to the skillet as possible to limit the chances of the egg folding or the yolk breaking.
If flipping over easy eggs is something you just don’t want to bother with, you can place a lid on your pan to steam the top of your eggs rather than flipping them.
Medium-low to low is best for over easy eggs. At this temperature, you can almost fully cook the eggs before flipping them while still keeping the yolk runny.
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Perfect Over Easy Eggs
If you are a fan of over easy eggs, check my easy method that turns out the perfect over easy eggs every time! Just sprinkle with salt and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 2 large or /extra large eggs
- 1 to 1 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp sea salt- divided, you can use any salt you have on hand
Instructions
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1.Preheat a medium to large nonstick pan over low to medium heat.
2: Add the butter and let it melt, swirling it around the bottom of the pan.
3: Lower the heat to low and crack each egg into the pan. Sprinkle with salt.
4: Cook the eggs for a minute or two until the whites start to set up.
5: Use a large, flat spatula to carefully flip each egg over.
6: Cook the eggs for about a minute to firm up the yolk. Flip them again and enjoy.
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