A "fried egg" is a culinary term that refers to an egg that has been cooked by frying it in a hot pan with a small amount of fat or oil. It is a simple and popular method of preparing eggs, resulting in a versatile and delicious dish.
To fry an egg, the cook typically heats a pan and adds a small amount of cooking oil or butter. Once the oil has reached the desired temperature, an egg is carefully cracked into the pan, ensuring that the yolk remains intact. The egg is then cooked until the white becomes firm and opaque, and the yolk is cooked to the desired consistency, ranging from runny to fully cooked.
The result is a fried egg with a slightly crispy bottom and edges, while the yolk can be soft, runny, or fully cooked depending on preference. It is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own, as a part of a complete breakfast, or used as a topping in various recipes.
Fried eggs are often seasoned with salt and pepper during or after cooking, and can be enhanced with additional herbs, spices, or toppings such as cheese, bacon, vegetables, or hot sauce. Their simplicity, quick preparation time, and delectable taste have made fried eggs a classic and widely consumed breakfast staple around the world.
