Fried Egg

Learn all the tips on how to get the perfect crispy edge and flavor when making a fried egg. Use a perfectly cooked fried egg on top of warm toast or enjoy by itself!
Ingredients
- Oil
- 2 Eggs (large)
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat a nonstick skillet to medium heat and add a little oil to coat the entire bottom of the pan.
- 2
Carefully crack the egg and open it very close and slowly onto the pan.
- 3
Allow to cook for 5 minutes and turn over just for a second on the other side. Season and serve.
- 4
For sunny side up, allow to cook until completely set on the bottom, slide a fish spatula under the egg coming in from the yolk side and then gently turn over. Allow to cook for another 30-60 seconds, season and serve.
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