Cooking eggs sunny side up is a simple and delicious way to enjoy eggs with a runny yolk and a fully cooked egg white. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it:
Ingredients:
- Eggs
- Cooking oil or butter
- Salt and pepper (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat the pan: Place a non-stick frying pan or skillet on the stove over medium heat. Allow the pan to heat up for a minute or two.
Add oil or butter: Once the pan is hot, add a small amount of cooking oil or butter and let it melt and coat the bottom of the pan evenly.
Crack the eggs: Carefully crack the eggs, one at a time, into a small bowl or directly into the pan, making sure not to break the yolk.
Cook the eggs: Gently slide the cracked eggs into the pan, making sure they are spaced apart. If you're cooking multiple eggs, leave enough space between each one. Season the eggs with salt and pepper if desired.
Monitor the heat: Adjust the heat to medium-low to prevent the bottom of the eggs from browning too quickly.
Cover the pan (optional): If you prefer your eggs to be cooked a bit more on top, you can cover the pan with a lid for a short period while cooking. This will allow some gentle steam to cook the top of the egg.
Cook until desired doneness: Cook the eggs until the egg whites are set, and the yolk is still runny. You can gently shake the pan to check if the whites are set and use a spatula to lift the edge of the eggs slightly to see if the yolks are cooked to your liking.
Remove from heat: Once the eggs are cooked to your preference, turn off the heat and carefully remove the sunny side up eggs from the pan using a spatula.
Serve: Sunny side up eggs are typically served as is, with the yolk facing up. You can enjoy them on their own, with toast, or as a topping for dishes like salads, burgers, or rice bowls.
Remember that cooking times may vary depending on your stove and pan, so it may take a bit of practice to achieve the perfect sunny side up eggs that suit your taste. Enjoy your delicious and sunny breakfast!