Crusty sourdough is topped with creamy avocado and crowned with a perfectly cooked sunny side up egg to make the perfect avocado toast.
Servings : 2people
Prep Time 5 minutesmins
Cook Time 5 minutesmins
Total Time 10 minutesmins
Ingredients
For the avocado toast
2slicesof quality sourdough bread
1largeripe avocado
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
For the eggs
2tablespoonsbutter
2largeeggs
½teaspoonsea salt
¼teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Toast the sourdough. Pop the bread in the toaster and toast to your liking.
Make the eggs. While the bread is toasting, melt the butter over medium-low heat in a medium, heavy-bottomed skillet. Crack the eggs into the pan. Give them plenty of space from one another, and be gentle. You don’t want to break the yolk. Season the eggs with salt and pepper, cover the skillet with a tightly fitting lid, and cook for 2 to 2 ½ minutes.
Add the avocado. While the eggs are cooking, scoop half of the avocado onto one piece of toast and half onto the other. With a fork, gently mash the avocado into the toast. Season with salt and pepper.
Put it all together. Remove the lid from the skillet and slide one egg onto one piece of avocado toast and the other egg onto the other piece of avocado toast.
Skillet: Opt for a non-stick skillet with a lid for best results. If using stainless steel or cast iron, ensure ample butter to avoid sticking.
Gentle Cracking: Break the egg close to the pan to keep the yolk intact.
Bread Matters: Use a sturdy, hearty bread like whole grain, sourdough, or multigrain. The thickness and texture can make a big difference in the overall taste and feel.
Ripe Avocados: A perfectly ripe avocado is key. It should give slightly when pressed but not feel mushy.
Mashing Technique: Some prefer a smooth, guacamole-like texture, while others like chunky avocado bits. Experiment to find your favorite style.
Season Generously: Don't skimp on the salt and pepper.
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
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