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Perfect Sunny-Side Up Eggs

This classic breakfast dish involves cracking fresh eggs into a hot, oiled pan and cooking until the whites are set and the yolks remain runny. The process highlights quick, gentle cooking techniques that result in crispy edges and glossy, vibrant yolks that are ready to be enjoyed with toast or on their own.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large fresh eggs preferably local for richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon butter for richness and crispy edges
  • to taste sea salt prefer flaky for added texture
  • to taste freshly cracked black pepper adds pungent aroma and flavor

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your non-stick skillet over medium heat, and add the butter, allowing it to melt and foam slightly, releasing a nutty aroma.
  2. Gently crack each egg into a small bowl first to check for shells and to avoid any surprises, then carefully pour them into the hot pan, spacing them apart.
  3. Let the eggs cook undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes, until the whites are mostly set but the yolks remain glossy and runny, and the edges start to turn golden brown.
  4. Use a spatula to gently lift the edges of each egg, ensuring they are crispy and cooked through, but the yolk stays soft and runny.
  5. Season the eggs lightly with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, sprinkling them evenly for balanced flavor.
  6. Once the whites are fully set and the yolks still appear glossy but slightly thickened, carefully slide the spatula underneath each egg.
  7. Gently transfer the eggs onto a plate, keeping the yolks intact and shiny.
  8. Serve immediately, perhaps with toast or your favorite breakfast sides, and enjoy the perfect sunny-side up eggs with crispy edges and runny yolks.