Yeast Free Classic Fried Eggs
Few breakfasts are as satisfying as a perfectly cooked fried egg, and this stripped-back version proves you don't need much to get it exactly right. Butter, eggs, salt, and pepper — that's the whole list, which means there's nothing hiding in the ingredient lineup that could trip up anyone avoiding yeast or fermented additives. The technique here is the real star: starting with foamy melted butter over medium-low heat gives the whites a gentle, even set without rubbery edges or a tough bottom. Cooking undisturbed is the key move, letting the whites turn fully opaque while the yolk stays gloriously runny. If you prefer a little more doneness, the quick flip for over-easy adds just 30 seconds and leaves the center soft and custardy. Slide them onto a plate and eat immediately — these are best the second they leave the pan.
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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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