Turmeric Free Classic Fried Eggs
Few breakfasts are as satisfying as a perfectly cooked fried egg, and this version keeps things beautifully simple with just butter, eggs, salt, and pepper. That short ingredient list is actually great news if you're navigating a sensitivity to a certain bright yellow spice, since so many seasoning blends and spice mixes sneak it in without much fanfare. Here, there's nothing to second-guess — every ingredient is exactly what it says it is. The butter melts low and slow until it foams, creating a rich, golden base that gives the whites crispy lacy edges while keeping the yolk gloriously runny. If you prefer a little more set on the yolk, the over-easy flip takes just 30 extra seconds and still delivers that soft, jammy center. Slide them onto a plate and eat immediately — this is the kind of meal that's best enjoyed the moment it hits the table.
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2 servings
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a 10-inch or 12-inch skillet over medium-low heat until it foams and the foam begins to subside, about 1 minute.
- 2
Crack each egg into the skillet, spacing them apart so the whites don't merge. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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