Indulge in the culinary delight of a perfect runny egg over toast, a classic breakfast or brunch dish that tantalizes taste buds with its simplicity and irresistible flavors. This versatile dish, prepared without oil in a non-stick skillet, showcases the harmonious blend of crispy toasted bread, a velvety runny egg yolk, and your choice of delectable toppings. Whether you prefer the classic combination of salt and pepper, the tangy zest of lemon juice, the savory richness of avocado, or the vibrant burst of cherry tomatoes, this dish offers endless possibilities for customization. Discover three easy recipes that guide you through the art of creating the perfect runny egg over toast, ensuring a delightful and satisfying meal every time.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
*PERFECT* OVER MEDIUM EGGS
Here's how to make over medium eggs, where the yolk is jammy and just barely runny! Cook up this tasty breakfast in a flash.
Provided by Sonja Overhiser
Categories Breakfast
Time 4m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- In a large cast iron or non-stick skillet, melt 1/2 tablespoon butter over medium low heat until starting to foam (eggs are best on low to medium low heat**).
- Add the eggs and sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and a few grinds black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the white is firm but the yolk is still runny. Flip and cook 1 more minute until the yolk is jammy and just barely runny (press the yolk gently with your finger to assess doneness).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Sugar 0.2 g, Sodium 71.8 mg, Fat 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6.3 g, Cholesterol 201.3 mg
PERFECT EGGS OVER EASY
Provided by Alton Brown
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Crack the eggs: Crack 2 large eggs into a custard cup.
- TIP: Never crack eggs directly into a pan-always crack them into a cup or ramekin. It's the only way to make sure they cook evenly, and you can pour them into the pan right where you want them.
- Heat the pan: Place an 8-inch nonstick skillet over low heat and add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (don't dare skimp). Brush the butter around the pan.
- Add the eggs: When the butter stops foaming, pour the eggs into the pan, then quickly lift the handle just enough for the eggs to pool slightly on the far side. This will prevent the thin albumin from running out all over the pan.
- Flip the eggs: After 10 to 15 seconds, smoothly lower the handle. Wait another 10 seconds, then lightly jiggle the pan just to make sure that nothing is sticking. Season with 1 pinch of kosher salt and 1 grind of black pepper and cook, still over low heat, for 1 to 11/2 minutes.
- Jiggle again and examine the whites for opaqueness; when they're fully set but not hard, it's time to flip. Here comes the hard part: Flip the eggs by pushing the pan away from you and snapping the far edge upward. As the eggs turn, try to bring the pan up to meet them.
- Return the pan to the heat and slowly count to 10. Re-flip the eggs to their original side. (This time it won't be so difficult.) Slide onto a warmed plate and serve immediately with toast for wiping up all the goodness.
- TIP: Never flip the food up and bring the pan down. Try to meet the food with the pan as best as you can, thus preventing a hard-and potentially yolk-busting-landing.
OLD-FASHIONED RUNNY EGGS AND TOAST
The title says it all. This is something many people used to know how to make, but is rapidly becoming a "lost art".
Provided by TadGhostal
Categories Breakfast
Time 4m
Yield 1-2 eggs, 1-2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat about 1/2 inch of cooking oil in a skillet over med to med-high heat.
- When oil is hot, gently crack egg(s) and break open right over the grease, trying not to break the yolks. If you do break the yolk and want to try again, let the damaged egg cook a bit before taking it out or you'll have a hard time of it.
- Start making the toast.
- Grab a spatula and wait until the bottom of the egg(s) turns white (you can no longer see the bottom of the pan through it).
- Using the back side of the spatula blade (by holding the spatula normal, then twisting it in your hand 1/2 turn), splash the hot oil over the top.
- Continue doing this until both the egg white and yolk have a white film over the top. This should occur just about the time the toast is ready.
- Carefully remove the egg(s) to a plate and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Serve with the toast.
- To eat, break the white skin on the yolk to get to the runny goodness. Dip toast pieces in the yolk and enjoy!
- Note: Until you get the hang of it, you should keep other people and pets away from the skillet while you're cooking. Otherwise, someone will likely end up on the receiving end of an over-ambitious flick of the spatula when you're trying to cook the tops. There are recipes here that describe other similar (and safer) ways to cook eggs with "runny" yolks, but if you want that old-fashioned, greasy-spoon, crispy-edged, fried-egg taste, there's just no substitute for this method.
Tips:
- Use fresh eggs: Fresh eggs are more likely to have a runny yolk and hold their shape better than older eggs.
- Start with a cold pan: This will help the eggs to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking.
- Use a non-stick skillet: This will make it easier to flip the eggs and prevent them from sticking.
- Cook the eggs over medium-low heat: This will help to prevent the whites from overcooking and the yolk from becoming hard.
- Cook the eggs for 3-4 minutes: This is the ideal cooking time for a runny egg yolk.
- Flip the eggs halfway through cooking: This will help to ensure that the eggs cook evenly.
- Season the eggs with salt and pepper to taste.
Conclusion:
Runny eggs over toast is a simple but delicious breakfast or brunch dish. By following these tips, you can make perfect runny eggs every time. Serve the eggs immediately on top of toasted bread, and enjoy!
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