Over Easy Eggs
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Learn how to cook the perfect over easy egg with tender whites and a rich, golden center—simple, satisfying, and totally delicious!
Are you an over easy egg person? If so, you know the joy of cutting into that perfectly cooked white and watching the yolk spill out like liquid gold. They’re all about achieving that perfect balance: whites cooked just right with a runny yolk at the center. Whether you’re enjoying them solo or pairing them with bacon and toast, their tender texture and rich, flavorful yolk make them a go-to breakfast comfort food.
What You’ll Need To Make Over Easy Eggs
![fried egg ingredients](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/03/Fried-Egg-Ingredients.jpg)
Step-By-Step Instructions
Crack the egg into a small bowl and set aside.
![egg cracked into s small bowl](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/03/egg-cracked-into-a-bowl-General-Step-1.jpg)
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Let heat up for 30 seconds. Once hot, add the butter to the center of the pan.
![teaspoon of butter in nonstick pan](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/03/Sunny-Side-Up-Egg-Step-1.jpg)
Heat until melted.
![melted butter in medium non-stick pan](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/03/Sunny-Side-Up-Egg-Step-2.jpg)
Add egg to the pan and let cook for 1 minute.
![egg starting to cook in medium non-stick pan](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/03/Sunny-Side-Up-Egg-Step-3.jpg)
Cover the pan and cook for 2 minutes.
![egg cooking in medium non-stick pan covered with lid](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/03/Sunny-Side-Up-Egg-Step-4.jpg)
Once the egg white looks set/cooked, and the yolk is jiggly but not fully raw, use a plastic spatula to flip the egg.
![plastic spatula flipping over easy egg in nonstick skillet](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/04/Over-Easy-Step-5.jpg)
Cook for 1 more minute.
![over easy egg cooking on second side in nonstick pan](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/04/Over-Easy-Step-6.jpg)
Use the spatula to lift the cooked egg out of the pan onto a plate.
![over easy egg on white plate](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/04/Over-Easy-Step-7.jpg)
Sprinkle it with salt and pepper and serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Although you’re using a non-stick pan, don’t skip the butter! It not only helps with flavor but also provides additional non-stick qualities. And use a spatula that’s large enough to lift the egg without having too much hang over the sides. Gently slide the spatula under the egg and flip it swiftly but carefully.
I prefer the flavor that butter provides, but oil will also work here.
Cooking over easy eggs over medium-low heat is key. This allows the whites to set while keeping the yolk gloriously runny. Just be patient and avoid high heat for the best results.
![over easy egg on white plate with strawberries and 2 triangles of toast](https://www.onceuponachef.com/images/2024/04/Over-Easy-Eggs-Hero-1.jpg)
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Over Easy Eggs
Learn how to cook the perfect over easy egg with tender whites and a rich, golden center—simple, satisfying, and totally delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Crack the egg into a small bowl and set aside.
- Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Let heat up for 30 seconds. Once hot, add the butter to the center of the pan and heat until melted.
- Add egg to the pan and let cook for 1 minute. Cover the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Once the egg white looks set/cooked, and the yolk is jiggly but not fully raw, use a plastic spatula to flip the egg. Cook for 1 more minute.
- Use the spatula to lift the cooked 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: 105
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Sodium: 127 mg
- Cholesterol: 196 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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