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Crispy Feta Fried Eggs

A viral 5-minute breakfast featuring a perfectly runny sunny-side-up egg cooked inside a savory, ultra-crispy skirt of caramelized golden feta cheese.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 egg
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean Fusion
Calories: 170
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 0.25 cup feta cheese crumbled (preferably from a block)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes or chili oil
  • 1 pinch black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

Equipment

  • Small non-stick skillet
  • Skillet lid
  • Silicone spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Do not add oil.
  2. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese into the hot pan in a circle, leaving a small well in the center.
  3. As the cheese begins to melt and sizzle, crack the egg directly into the center well.
  4. Season the egg with black pepper and red pepper flakes. Do not add salt.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Once the egg whites are set and the edges of the feta are deep golden brown and crispy, remove from heat.
  7. Carefully slide a spatula under the crispy cheese skirt, transfer to a plate, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.

Notes

Must use a non-stick pan for this recipe to work. Try serving this egg over avocado toast or in a warm corn tortilla for a breakfast taco.