Sunny side up eggs are a classic breakfast dish that's simple to make. Here's a basic recipe for sunny side-up eggs:
Ingredients
eggs (as many as you'd like)
butter or cooking oil (1 Tbsp / 14g per egg)
salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
1. Prepare your eggs
Start by taking the eggs out of the refrigerator and letting them come to room temperature. This helps ensure even cooking.
2. Heat your skillet
Place a non-stick skillet or frying pan on the stove over medium-low heat. Allow the pan to heat up for a minute or two.
3. Add butter or oil
Add 1-2 tablespoons of butter or cooking oil to the heated skillet. You can adjust the amount based on your preference, but make sure there's enough to coat the bottom of the pan.
4. Crack the eggs
Carefully crack the eggs, one at a time, and gently place them into the skillet. To avoid breaking the yolks, you can crack each egg into a small bowl first and then slide it into the skillet.
5. Season with salt and pepper
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper over each egg to season them. You can adjust the seasoning to your taste.
6. Cover and cook
Cover the skillet with a lid to help the eggs cook evenly. Cooking with a lid traps steam and helps set the egg whites without overcooking the yolks.
Cook the eggs for about 2-3 minutes for sunny side-up eggs, or longer if you prefer firmer yolks. Keep an eye on the eggs to avoid overcooking.
7. Check for doneness
Lift the lid and check the eggs. The egg whites should be fully set, and the yolks should still be runny. If you prefer your yolks more cooked, you can cook them for a bit longer.
8. Serve
Carefully slide a spatula under each egg and transfer it to a plate. Try to keep the yolks intact if you want that classic sunny side-up appearance.
9. Optional garnishes
You can garnish your sunny side-up eggs with chopped herbs, grated cheese, or a sprinkle of hot sauce if you like.
10. Enjoy
Serve your sunny side-up eggs immediately while they're hot. They're great on their own, with toast, or as a side dish for breakfast.
That's it! You've made sunny side up eggs. Adjust the cooking time to achieve your desired level of yolk doneness. Remember that practice makes perfect, and you'll become an expert at making sunny side up eggs with a bit of practice.
