32 Egg Recipes Every Home Cook Should Know

Ingredients

• 1 Large Egg (room‑temperature for best whites)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (divided: 1 tbsp for initial melt, 1 tbsp for basting)
• 1 pinch Kosher Salt (season just before basting)
• 1 pinch Freshly Ground Black Pepper (adds a subtle bite)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients & Tools

   Place the egg, butter, salt, pepper, skillet, spatula and plate within arm’s reach.

   Time: PT1M

2. Preheat Skillet

   Set the non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat for about one minute.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

3. Melt Initial Butter

   Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan; wait until it foams, sizzles and makes a gentle crackling sound.

   Time: PT30S

4. Crack Egg

   Crack the egg on the countertop (not the pan edge) and gently slide it into the buttered skillet.

   Time: PT30S

5. Season Lightly

   Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over the egg while the whites are still liquid.

   Time: PT15S

6. Baste with More Butter

   Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter around the edges; tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the whites, avoiding the yolk.

   Time: PT1M

7. Finish Cooking

   Lower the heat slightly and cook until the whites are fully set and the edges are golden‑brown, about 2 minutes. The yolk should remain runny.

   Time: PT2M

8. Remove & Drain

   Slide the spatula under the egg, lift it onto the plate, and let excess butter drip off.

   Time: PT30S

9. Serve Immediately

   Serve the fried egg with toasted bread for dipping, or enjoy on its own.

   Time: PT30S

Nutrition Facts

Calories

90

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

0.5 g

Fat

7 g

Fiber

0 g