Fried eggs will be tastier if you ditch olive oil and butter for simple item
As a devoted egg enthusiast, my preferred method is to scramble them with a tablespoon of Greek yoghurt. Yet recently, despite being far from the most thrilling option, I've found myself having a craving for a fried egg.
TL;DR
- Toasted sesame oil can be used instead of olive oil or butter to cook fried eggs.
- Sesame oil results in perfectly crispy fried eggs and acts as a seasoning with a nutty, tangy, and fruity flavor.
- Darker toasted sesame oils have richer flavor profiles.
- To cook, warm sesame oil in a pan over medium-low heat, add the egg, and optionally scatter toasted sesame seeds.
- Combining sesame oil with a neutral oil can create a milder flavor.
- Refrigerating eggs for at least an hour before frying helps ensure a creamy, runny yolk.
- Cracking the egg into a bowl before the pan allows for better control and a shell-free result.
- Covering the pan for two minutes once the whites start to set helps cook the yolk evenly with trapped steam.