Description
Crispy Feta Fried Eggs are a delightful combination of textures and flavors, where the creamy, tangy feta cheese contrasts beautifully with the crispy edges of the fried eggs. Each bite offers a rich, savory experience, enhanced by the golden, crunchy exterior and the soft, runny yolk that oozes with flavor.
Ingredients
- Eggs: 4 large, preferably free-range
- Feta Cheese: 100g, crumbled
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, for frying
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Crack the eggs into the skillet, ensuring they do not touch each other.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese around the edges of the eggs.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the edges are crispy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully slide a spatula under the eggs and transfer them to a plate.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the feta cheese in advance and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
- Storage: Leftover cooked eggs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Substitutions: Use goat cheese instead of feta for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: breakfast
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 eggs with feta and parsley
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
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