American · Breakfast · Easy
Feta Fried Eggs
0.0 (0 ratings)- Total
- 12 min
- Prep
- 5 min
- Serves
- 2
- Calories
- 230
Feta melts into a lacy, browned rim around skillet eggs, with chili flakes and dill against the salty cheese.
The cheese hits the skillet first in Feta Fried Eggs, forming a savory crust beneath the whites. A lid traps enough heat to set the tops while the edges turn golden, so there is no awkward flip.
Use a nonstick skillet and crumble a block of feta rather than packing the pan with fine dry crumbs. Keep the heat moderate; the cheese needs time to brown without turning bitter.
Method
Warm the olive oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Scatter feta into two rings with a small open center and cook for until bubbling at the edges.
Crack an egg into each ring and sprinkle with red pepper flakes and black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and cook for until the whites and yolks are set and the feta edges are golden.
Slide a thin spatula under each cheese crust, lift onto plates and scatter with dill. Serve while the edges are crisp.
Forkue tips
- Feta supplies plenty of salt, so taste a bite before reaching for the salt shaker.
Storing and reheating
Best straight from the skillet. Refrigerate leftovers for 1 day and warm in a covered skillet over low heat; the eggs will firm further and the cheese will lose some crunch.
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Feta Fried Eggs: FAQ
Why is the feta sticking?
The cheese needs to form a browned crust before it releases. Use an intact nonstick surface and slide the spatula under only after the bottom has colored.
What should I serve with the eggs?
Warm flatbread or toast catches the crisp cheese, and sliced tomatoes add a cool, juicy contrast to the salty feta.
How do I store and reheat Feta Fried Eggs?
Best straight from the skillet. Refrigerate leftovers for 1 day and warm in a covered skillet over low heat; the eggs will firm further and the cheese will lose some crunch.
How long does Feta Fried Eggs take?
About 12 min in total: 5 min prep and 7 min cooking.
What do I need to make Feta Fried Eggs?
The key ingredients are feta, eggs, red pepper flakes and dill, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Feta Fried Eggs?
Feta supplies plenty of salt, so taste a bite before reaching for the salt shaker.
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