Fried egg

Fried egg is a cooked egg dish that is prepared by cracking an egg into a hot pan containing a fat such as butter or oil, and frying it until the egg white is set and the yolk reaches the desired level of doneness. Fried eggs are a popular dish worldwide, with variations existing in many different cuisines.

Preparation

To prepare a fried egg, a fresh egg is cracked into a pan that has been preheated with a small amount of fat. The egg is then cooked over low to medium heat until the egg white is fully set and opaque. The yolk of a fried egg can be left runny, or cooked until it is fully set, depending on personal preference.

There are several variations of fried eggs, including:

• Sunny side up: The egg is fried on one side only, with the yolk remaining runny.
• Over easy: The egg is carefully flipped in the pan to cook both sides, but the yolk remains runny.
• Over hard: The egg is flipped and the yolk is cooked until hard.

Serving

Fried eggs are often served as a breakfast dish, but can also be used in sandwiches, burgers, and other dishes. They are commonly served with toast, bacon, and hash browns in Western countries, and can also be served with rice and soy sauce in Asian cuisines.

Health and nutrition

Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamin D, and other nutrients. However, frying eggs can increase their fat and calorie content, especially if they are fried in a large amount of oil or butter.

See also

• Scrambled eggs
• Poached egg
• Boiled egg
• Omelette