How To Fry An Egg

Knowing how to fry an egg is one of the first skills to learn in the kitchen. Fried eggs are so versatile, nutritious and absolutely delicious.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword fried egg, fried eggs, how to fry an egg

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 3

Total Time 5

Servings

Calories 125kcal

Author Alida Ryder

Ingredients

1-2 eggs per person
1-2 tbsp oil or fat olive oil, avocado oil, bacon fat or butter
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Place your pan over medium-high heat and allow to preheat for a minute or two.
This is particularly important with stainless steel as the pan needs to be hot before you add the oil to prevent sticking.
Add 1-2 tbsp oil and allow to heat for a few seconds then add the eggs.
To avoid small bits of shell in the pan, break the eggs into a small ramekin then slide into the hot pan.
Reduce the temperature to medium-low then allow to fry for a minute or so.
Cover with a lid and allow to cook for another 1-2 minutes then season with salt and pepper and serve.

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