Food experts say there’s one thing to make your fried eggs even more delicious – and it involves adding one extra ingredient to the pan before you start cooking
Eggs are a breakfast staple not only in the UK but globally, with countless ways to prepare and savour them, always offering a new taste or topping combination to explore.
Scrambled, poached and boiled eggs are delightful, but nothing quite beats a well-cooked fried egg with a golden yolk. If you’re looking to add a bit of pizzazz, there’s one kitchen essential you should toss into the pan before cooking.
Want to add some extra flavour into your fried eggs and don’t know how? The culinary experts at Sift and Simmer suggest that adding sesame seeds to your fried eggs will lend them a delightful crunch and a nutty flavour. I promise you, it’s delicious.
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These seeds, frequently used in Asian cuisine, give the fried eggs a wonderfully crunchy base. Pair it with some chilli oil, and you’ll enhance the flavour even more, making it a tasty alternative for your regular breakfast or brunch.
All you need for this recipe are a few pantry staples. As for the sesame seeds, you can use either white or black ones, or a mix of both works well too, reports the Express.
These eggs aren’t just perfect for breakfast – they’d also be scrumptious atop a rice or noodle dish you’ve whipped up for lunch and even dinner. Here’s how you can whip them up at home, and it doesn’t require a lot of effort or any extra fancy ingredients.
Sesame fried eggs
Ingredients
- Two tablespoons sesame seeds
- One teaspoon vegetable oil
- Two large eggs
- Chilli oil (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
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Step-by-step instructions
- Warm a frying pan over low-medium heat. Toss in sesame seeds and toast for about 30 seconds, then pour in the vegetable oil over the sesame seeds.
- Crack eggs over the sesame seeds and cover the pan with a lid, leaving a small gap for steam to escape.
- Allow the eggs to cook for approximately four to five minutes, depending on your desired consistency.
- When the time is up, utilise a spatula to remove the eggs from the frying pan. Place them onto a plate and garnish with additional sesame seeds or chilli oil, along with some salt and pepper to taste.
- Last but not least important, serve and enjoy whilst warm.
By following these simple steps and the magic of sesame seeds, you’ll be making the best fried eggs. Sesame seeds are available in all UK supermarkets and local stores, with prices starting at £1.20. You don’t need to be a culinary expert, but just have creativity!