Over-easy fried eggs are fried in a frying pan or skillet on both sides so that the yolks are slightly thickened, but still runny. Learning how to cook over-easy beef-eye eggs is surprisingly easy! All you need is a frying pan, a little butter and a few eggs. The best thing is, if you're afraid of flipping eggs, there are ways to cook them without having to flip them at all.
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Method 1 of 3: Traditional Over-Easy Eggs
Step 1. Heat some fat in a nonstick skillet
Turn on the stove to medium or medium-low heat. Drizzle your preferred fat onto the pan (use no less than a tablespoon to keep the pan smooth). You're ready to move on when you start to hear a low hissing sound.
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There are many different types of fat you can use, including:
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- Butter or margarine
- Canola or olive oil
- Bacon fat (easy to use if you just cooked bacon for breakfast in the same skillet)
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Step 2. Crack the eggs into a separate bowl
Get a bowl, cup, or ramekin large enough to hold your eggs. Crack the long side of the egg on the edge of the container, and let the contents drain into it. To save time, prepare the eggs while you wait for the pan to heat up.
Do not crack the eggs directly into the hot skillet. Doing so will make it easier for the yolks to break apart, or your eggs will cook unevenly. You also can't completely control where the eggs are on the pan
Step 3. Put the eggs in the wok
Pour the eggs from the bowl into the hot skillet. Immediately lift the handle of the pan so the eggs will slide to the end of the pan. Wait about 10 to 15 seconds for the bottom of the egg to harden slightly, then slowly lower the handle of the pan so that it's back level on the stove. Shake the pan slightly so the eggs don't stick or move them gently with a spatula.
Putting the eggs together at the end of the pan will allow the egg whites to clump together and not spread all over the pan. This will prevent the eggs from cooking evenly
Step 4. Wait for the bottom of the egg to solidify
Now let the eggs cook without changing their position for a minute or two. The egg whites should be really solid at the bottom (but not hard) before you can proceed. Depending on the skillet and the size of the fire you're using, this may take anywhere from 45 seconds to 2 minutes.
Pay attention to the edges of the egg white - this is thinner than the center, so it will set first. When you see the edges are solid, you can continue cooking even if the center is still a little runny
Step 5. Flip the eggs
When the edges and bottom of the egg have solidified, but the white around the yolk is still clear, slide a spatula under the egg. Remove from pan and flip in one quick wrist flipping motion. Turn as gently as possible so as not to damage the yolk. It's okay if you accidentally "fold" one of the edges of the egg under the center. This will not affect the eggs much when they are cooked.
If you're brave, you can also flip the eggs in the skillet itself. To do this, keep your face away from you and quickly jerk the opposite side of the pan. Catch the eggs that have been turned over in a skillet. This method is quite difficult, so use a spatula if you are not an experienced cook
Step 6. Flip the eggs one more time
The second side of the egg should not be overcooked. Count to 10, then slide the spatula under the egg and flip it over again. The "top" side of the egg should now just solidify a little.
It's important to cook this side of the egg for only 10 seconds. You'll want to keep the top of the egg solid just a little until it can hold the yolk, but still runny
Step 7. Serve
Safe! Your over-easy beef eye egg is cooked. Transfer from the skillet to a plate, and serve with toast, bacon, potato chips, or another breakfast favorite of yours.
Method 2 of 3: Over Easy Cow's Eye Eggs Without Flipping
Step 1. Cook the underside of the egg as usual
This method allows you to get easy-to-find eggs without having to flip them, making it perfect for those of you who have had problems buying eggs before. The first few steps in this method are exactly the same as the traditional method above. See below:
- Heat cooking fat (butter, oil, etc.) in a skillet over medium or medium-low heat.
- Crack the eggs into a separate container before transferring them to the hot skillet.
- Tilt the pan to collect the eggs on one side. Once it starts to solidify, align the pan again, and let it simmer for about 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 2. Add water and cover
Pour a tablespoon of water for each egg over the sides of the pan. Cover with a properly sized lid. The water will turn to steam and cook the top side of the egg. This will give a thin layer on top of the yolk which is the hallmark of over-easy eggs without turning over.
If you're cooking on a flat plate instead of a skillet, pour the water right next to the egg, then cover the egg and water. This lid will hold the moisture next to the eggs
Step 3. Steam over low heat for a minute or two
The steam won't cook the top of the egg as quickly as if it touched the pan directly, so you'll need to allow a little longer cooking time. The over-easy eggs will be ready once they are coated with a light white layer but the yolks are still runny.
- Be sure to lower the heat to low to prevent the bottom of the egg from overcooking from the heat from the pan.
- If, after a minute or two, your eggs still don't look cooked through, try turning off the heat, and letting the remaining heat warm the eggs a little longer.
Step 4. Serve and enjoy
You don't need to flip the egg a second time this way. You just need to open the lid (slowly, to avoid the hot steam) and transfer the eggs to a plate.
Method 3 of 3: Serving Suggestions
Step 1. Season with salt and pepper
Over-easy scallops have a rich, almost creamy taste on their own, but this doesn't mean they should be eaten simply. Salt and pepper are very common accompaniments to perfectly complement the natural taste of eggs. Don't serve eggs with this pair of condiments on the table.
Some cooks like to season their eggs with salt and/or pepper on a skillet. If you want to do this, sprinkle the seasonings while the bottom side of the egg cooks (before turning it the first time)
Step 2. Enjoy the eggs on toast
Toast - both white bread and whole wheat bread - goes well with eggs. The crunchiness perfectly complements the natural texture of the soft egg. The best thing is, when you enjoy over-easy eggs, you can use toast to absorb all the yolk liquid. Alternatively, make egg sandwiches with your other favorite breakfast ingredients.
Replace crunchy potato chips with toast whenever you like
Step 3. Add hot sauce
Eggs have a mild natural taste, so they go well with hot sauces. A hot sauce (eg Tabasco, etc.) drizzled over a serving of eggs can turn it into a truly special dish. Just make sure not to add too much hot sauce.
Step 4. Try unusual herbs and spices
If you want to give it a try, you can try seasoning your eggs with ingredients you don't usually find in your local restaurant. The following herbs and spices can give your egg dish a unique flavor. Try adding a little to your eggs first - if you like the taste, you're free to add more!
- Dill
- Cayenne pepper (sprinkle a little)
- Basil
- Dried tomatoes
- Sturgeon or white fish
- Caviar
Tips
- Make sure your skillet is hot before cooking the eggs. Cooking the eggs while the pan is still heating up will give you tough egg whites.
- To prevent burns from splattering grease, wear an apron, long sleeves, or gloves. Never fry eggs unprotected (especially if you're using bacon grease).
