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Perfect Fried Egg

Recipe by Epicurious

Learn how to make a perfectly fried egg with salty, buttery, crispy edges and a runny yolk. This step‑by‑step guide from Chef Frank Proto of Epicurious shows you how to control temperature, use plenty of butter, and baste the whites for ultimate flavor and texture.

EasyAmericanServes 2

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Source Video
2m
Prep
3m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
15m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$1.02
Total cost
$0.51
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Melt butter until it sizzles but does not brown
  • Baste the whites without breaking the yolk
  • Control heat to keep the yolk runny

Safety Warnings

  • Butter can splatter – keep face away from the pan.
  • Handle the hot skillet with oven mitts to avoid burns.

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