Over Easy Eggs
The definitive guide on how to perfectly cook the BEST Over Easy Eggs! With this easy technique, you can easily master an evenly cooked egg with that signature golden, runny yolk in just a few easy to follow steps.
Over Easy Eggs
At restaurants, I’m pretty picky, I hate when I order my eggs over easy and they’re either too runny or over cooked! If the whites aren’t cooked I won’t eat it at all. And if the yolk isn’t runny, I’ll eat it but I won’t be happy about it. The magic of perfectly cooked eggs over easy is the combination of cooked egg whites paired with a silky, runny yolk.
The best part about making over easy eggs at home is that you can control exactly how cooked they are! Also, it’s worth noting that this easy technique only takes just a few minutes. Making eggs in your own kitchen is a lot quicker and cheaper than going to a restaurant – especially on the weekends!
I like to cook my eggs in butter for the best flavor which is how I make my scrambled eggs, too. Feel free to swap this with the oil of your choice. Also, keeping things simple with salt and pepper is my method! You can always sprinkle in any other seasoning or herb that tickles your fancy. Personally, I like salt and pepper, that way I can serve my eggs with my favorite hot sauce and let it take over the flavor palate.
Ingredients Notes
This budget friendly breakfast recipe just needs a few simple ingredients:
- Eggs – The star of the show! I like to use free range organic eggs whenever I can, but really any eggs you grab from the store will work.
- Butter – Unsalted butter is my go-to for cooking eggs. That way, I can sprinkle in as much salt as I want and better control the amount of sodium on my plate.
- Salt and Pepper – Kosher/flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper are always the way to go when it comes to creating the very best flavor.
PRO TIP: You can swap the butter with any type of oil you like best. Olive, avocado and coconut oil are all great options. No matter what you use, just make sure you take the time to tilt and rotate the pan to evenly coat it. Otherwise, you’ll likely have eggs that stick to the skillet!
How to Make Over Easy Eggs
Get the best eggs over easy every time with this quick and easy recipe! For more exact step by step instructions, keep on scrolling down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
- Melt the butter. Melt your butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Tilt the pan, that way the melted butter coats the entire pan. This really helps the eggs not stick to the pan.
- Add your egg. Carefully crack your egg(s) and add to the skillet. Only do this once the butter is melted and hot! Season with just a little bit of salt and cook until the whites are almost set and the yolks are still runny.
- Flip! Grab a spatula and carefully flip the eggs. If you’re cooking multiple eggs, do this one at a time! Cook for just another 15-20 seconds.
- Enjoy! Transfer the eggs to a plate and serve immediately. Season with salt and pepper (or whatever else you want) to taste. Don’t wait too long to serve – no one likes cold eggs!
Check out more of my favorite ways to cook eggs!
- Brown Butter Basted Eggs
- How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs
- How to Make Poached Eggs
- Easy Eggs Benedict
- The Best Deviled Eggs
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Get the Recipe: Over Easy Eggs Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Equipment
- 1 skillet
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium high heat being sure to tilt the pan to evenly coat the bottom with the butter.
- Carefully crack the eggs and add to the skillet, discard the shells. Season with salt and cook until the whites are almost set and the yolks are still runny.
- Using a spatula, carefully flip the eggs one at a time. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 15-20 seconds then transfer to a plater.
- Season to taste and serve immediately.