PERFECT FRIED EGGS COOKS ILLUSTRATED

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From the August 3013 magazine. When checking the eggs for doneness, lift the lid just a crack to prevent loss of steam should they need further cooking. When cooked, the thin layer of white surrounding the yolk will turn opaque, but the yolk should remain runny. To cook two eggs, use a 8 - 9" non-stick skillet and half the amounts of oil and butter. You can use this method with extra large or jumbo eggs without altering the timing

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Breakfast

Time 8m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 large eggs
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons butter, cut into 4 pieces and chilled

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 12 - 14" non-stick skillet over low heat for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, crack 2 eggs into small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Repeat with remaining 2 eggs and second small bowl. (this will ensure that the eggs are cooked all at the same time).
  • Increase heat to medium high and heat until oil is shimmering. Add butter to skillet and quickly swirl to coat pan. Working quickly, pour 1 bowl of eggs in 1 side of pan and second bowl of eggs in other side. Cover and cook for 1 minute.
  • Remove skillet from burner and let stand, covered, 15 - 45 seconds for runny yolks (white and edge of yolk will be barely opaque), 45 to 60 seconds for soft but set yolks, and about 2 minutes for medium set yolks,.
  • Slide eggs onto plates and serve.

Lesego Rapoo
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I served my eggs with a side of toast and avocado. It was a delicious and satisfying breakfast.


Heidi Prestegui
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I added a little bit of salt and pepper to the eggs before I cooked them. It gave them a nice extra flavor.


Madayi Victor
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I'm not a fan of runny yolks, so I cooked my eggs for a little longer. They were still delicious!


Deb Thapa
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I'm going to try this recipe again, but I'll make sure to use a little less heat. I think I cooked the eggs too quickly.


Sheikhnabila Sheikh
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I think I needed to use a little more butter. The eggs stuck to the pan a little bit.


Las Born
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my eggs didn't turn out as good as I hoped. They were a little overcooked.


Robert Stenzel
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These eggs were so easy to make and they turned out amazing! I'll definitely be making them again.


Nethered Wastes
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I've tried a lot of fried egg recipes, but this one is the best. The eggs are always cooked perfectly.


Halo Mac
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook eggs, and this recipe is a keeper. The eggs were cooked perfectly and had a great flavor.


Isjsjsj Uisisosj
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I was skeptical about the butter, but it really made a difference. The eggs were so rich and flavorful.


Niccie Hill
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These eggs were delicious and so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


Damian Depasquale
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I've never been able to cook fried eggs properly, but this recipe made it easy. My eggs turned out perfect!


Artemio Romero
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I'm not a big fan of fried eggs, but I really enjoyed these. They were cooked perfectly and had a great flavor.


Megersa Alene
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These eggs were so good, I ate them all in one sitting!


Crispen Mupakaviri
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I love how simple this recipe is. It's just a few ingredients and you can have a delicious breakfast in minutes.


ML BRIX
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I've been frying eggs for years, but this recipe taught me a few new tricks. The eggs came out perfectly cooked and didn't stick to the pan.


Fakher Alam
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I followed the recipe exactly and my eggs turned out great! The butter added a nice richness to the flavor.


Dubai Munna Comedy
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These eggs were absolutely perfect! The whites were cooked through but still soft and tender, and the yolks were runny and flavorful. I've never had fried eggs this good before.


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