Sunny Side Up Eggs
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Sunny side up eggs are a classic breakfast dish where eggs are cooked on one side until the whites are set and the yolks remain runny and bright.
- Author: Beth
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 eggs (1 serving) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add butter or oil.
- Crack the eggs into the skillet without breaking the yolks.
- Cook slowly for 2–3 minutes until the whites are completely set but the yolks remain runny.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully slide the eggs onto a plate and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for best results—the whites hold shape better.
- Cook over low heat to avoid browning the whites.
- Covering the pan with a lid for the last minute helps set the tops without flipping.
- Serve with toast, avocado, or alongside hash browns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 eggs
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 370 mg