Crispy Fried Eggs
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Crispy fried eggs boast delicate, crunchy edges and rich, runny yolks—a combo that makes them seriously delicious!
This crispy fried egg recipe is perfect for those who love a bit more texture with their eggs. Cooked at a slightly higher heat, these eggs are truly “fried” with irresistibly crisp edges wrapped around a tender, golden yolk. Using a cast iron skillet is key here—it guarantees that perfect crunch on the egg white. Whether you’re topping a vibrant salad, pairing with bacon and toast, or adding to a savory breakfast sandwich, these eggs bring extra flavor and texture to any dish. If you like a little crunch with your eggs, this recipe is a must-try.
What You’ll Need To Make Crispy Fried Eggs
Step-By-Step Instructions
Crack the egg into a small bowl and set aside.
Place an 8 or 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Let heat up for 2 minutes. Once hot, add the oil. Let heat up for 1 minute. (If your cast iron pan handle doesn’t have a silicone handle cover, be sure to hold it with an oven mitt since it can get very hot.)
Add the egg to the pan and turn the heat to medium. Let the egg cook for 2 minutes.
While the egg is cooking, use a large soup spoon to ladle the hot oil over the white parts of the egg.
Cook until the egg white is crispy, and the yolk is jiggly but not fully raw. If you prefer your egg yolk to be cooked more (less runny), cover the pan with a lid (after the 2 minutes of cooking/basting), and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
Use a spatula to lift the crispy egg out of the pan onto a plate. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper and serve.
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Crispy Fried Egg
Crispy fried eggs boast delicate, crunchy edges and rich, runny yolks—a combo that makes them seriously delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Crack the egg into a small bowl and set aside.
- Place an 8 or 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Let heat up for 2 minutes. Once hot, add the oil. Let heat up for 1 minute. (If your cast iron pan handle doesn’t have a silicone handle cover, be sure to hold it with an oven mitt since it can get very hot.)
- Add the egg to the pan and turn the heat to medium. Let the egg cook for 2 minutes while using a large soup spoon to ladle the hot oil over the white parts of the egg. Once the egg white is crispy, and the yolk is jiggly but not fully raw. If you prefer your egg yolk to be cooked more (less runny), cover the pan with a lid (after the 2 minutes of cooking/basting), and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Use a spatula to lift the crispy egg out of the pan onto a plate. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (1 servings)
- Calories: 153
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Sodium: 138 mg
- Cholesterol: 186 mg
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Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.
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I love fried eggs this way but couldn’t figure out how to do it! I was using butter and wasn’t spooning the fat over the egg whites. They came out perfect, just like the pictures (besides taste it’s one of my main criteria for a successful recipe)! So glad I found this site and this recipe! Now this will be one of the first sites I will go to for cooking help and recipes! I especially like the Question box. I’ve been on lots of sites but don’t recall seeing such a question box before. Thanks Jenn!
Hi Jenn! What are your thoughts on using butter instead of oil? Love the flavour of butter.
Hi L, I’m concerned the butter may burn, but you could try a combination of oil and butter. Please LMK how they turn out if you try it!
Hi Jenn,
I made these eggs for breakfast this morning and followed your recipe closely. They turned out beautifully, although when I tried to lift them from the skillet the crispy bottom was stuck to the bottom of the pan and sadly was left behind. What did I do wrong?
Hi Astrid, I’m sorry you had a problem with the eggs sticking! Is your cast iron pan well-seasoned? If so, next time I’d try using a bit more oil.