There’s no better way to start the day than with a sunny-side up egg, crispy whites and golden yolk. It’s simple, but difficult to master. This might sound strange to you, but with a little practice and by following the right technique, you’ll soon be able to have eggs with picture perfect eggs on deck for any plate.
What Are Sunny-Side-Up Eggs?
Cooks sunny side up eggs; cooks one side only, the yolk remains runny, the white set but not solid. Compared with flipped over easy eggs, these are not flipped during cooking—they are perfect for those who can’t get enough of the rich, golden center smeared on a piece of toast.
Ingredients
You’ll only need a few basics:
2 large eggs
Or olive oil (for a lighter version)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Toasting or crumbling, or to add herbs, serve with toast, avocado slices, or whatever suits your fancy.
Sunny Side Up Eggs Recipe (step by step)
Prepare Your Pan
To prevent staying in their eggs, use a nonstick skillet. Heat (low or medium low heat) and then add the butter or oil. Poke holes with an ice pick.
Crack the Eggs
First, and most important, carefully crack each egg into a small bowl. Doing so makes it easier to slide the eggs into the pan, and guarantees that no shells sneak in.
Cook Slowly
One at a time, gently slide the eggs into the pan when they’ve cool enough so that the yolks won’t break.
Cook the eggs, whilst undisturbed, over low heat. Using this slow cooking, the whites will not brown and the yolks will remain runny.
Cover the Pan (Optional)
Last minute cooking tip for evenly cooked whites: cover the pan with a lid. The tops of the eggs will gently be finished cooking without over cooking the yolks from the steam.
Season and Serve
Sprinkle with salt and pepper to your liking. Serve as soon as possible with your favorite breakfast sides.
Sunny Side Up Dish Tips
Low and Slow is Key: The yolks don’t get completely cooked until the whites start to bubble or burn over high heat. Patience pays off!
Butter vs. Oil: Olive oil is a healthier option than butter, which adds flavor and helps prevent sticking, but …
Pan Size Matters: If you want your eggs to spread thin they won’t, so use a small skillet for one or two.
Creative Serving Ideas
The eggs don’t have to be sunny-side up. Try these ideas to elevate your meal:
On Toast: Slam it all onto a slice of sourdough, top with smashed avocado, a sunny side up egg and a drizzle of hot sauce.
In a Rice Bowl: Sautéed vegetables serve over steamed rice with soy sauce, sesame oil.
As a Salad Topper: Fresh eggs add protein and a rich, creamy dressing effect to your favorite salad.
Final Thoughts
Eggs, sunny-side-up, are the kind of simple, yet elegant, dish that’s great any time of day. Use these tips and a little practice and you’ll have flawless eggs to impress yourself (maybe even your brunch guests).
How do you prefer to eat sunny-side-up eggs? In the comments, share your ideas too!
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