PERFECT Sunny-Side Up Eggs
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PERFECT Sunny-Side Up Eggs
Description
PERFECT Sunny-Side Up Eggs are prepared by heating a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and using about one tablespoon of fat such as olive oil, bacon fat, unsalted butter, or clarified butter. A small amount of water is added to the heated pan to test and regulate the temperature. Eggs are then cracked gently into the pan so yolks remain intact, with enough space to prevent steaming. An optional egg ring can be used to maintain a round shape and centered yolk, though cooking without one speeds the process.
As the eggs cook, the whites turn fully opaque while the yolks remain runny. Seasonings like salt and black pepper enhance flavor simply. Cooking focuses on gently setting the whites without flipping or overcooking, which preserves the bright yellow yolks and tender edges.
Leftover sunny-side up eggs should be cooled and stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheating is best done in a greased microwave-safe plate, though reheating may slightly change texture and flavor. Following the outlined method consistently yields tender whites and runny yolks, creating a classic sunny-side up egg.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil bacon fat, unsalted butter, or clarified butter
- 2 egg large
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large, non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.A large pan would be spacious enough to hold 2-3 eggs at a time with a bit of space between them and thereby prevent generating steam.
- Pour about ½ teaspoon of water into the heated frying pan. If water sizzles and evaporates on the pan, it means the pan is hot enough to hold the eggs in the right form.
- Lightly coat the bottom of the pan with oil of your preference, butter, or bacon fat (about 1 Tablespoon). If using butter, let it melt. You don't need a large amount of fat to fry the eggs because the pan is non-stick and you don't want the eggs to turn out greasy.
- Crack the eggs gently into the pan to keep the yolks intact (remember: do not overcrowd the pan! Rather, keep a space in between the two eggs). Note: An egg ring can be used to keep the eggs round and yolks centered if desired. As the eggs cook, their color will change from clear to opaque white.
- Cook until the tops of the whites are set but the yolk is still runny. This will take about 2 to 2½ minutes. Meanwhile, if the oil starts to spit it is a sign that the oil is too hot...In this case, please turn the heat down to low.
- When sunny-side up eggs are ready, remove the pan from the heat. Use a large, metal spatula (not rubber) to remove the eggs from the pan one at a time and place them on a serving plate. The metal spatula blade is thin enough to slide underneath the eggs without tearing them.
- The large size of the blade will give more optimal support to keep the soft yolk intact while transferring from the pan to the plate. Some people like to dab them gently with paper towel to soak up any excess oil but I don't dab mine because fat is flavor!
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper -- and also fresh or dried herbs if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftover cooked eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days, ensuring they cool first.
- Reheat eggs by greasing and warming a microwave-safe plate, then heating the eggs briefly in the microwave; expect some change in texture and flavor.
- Maintain moderate pan heat and use a non-stick skillet to cook tender whites and runny yolks without flipping.
- Use an egg ring if you want perfectly shaped eggs, but cooking without it tends to be faster.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2eggs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 123 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 123kcal | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 163mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 60mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 240IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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