Perfect Fried Eggs Cooks Illustrated

Achieve breakfast perfection with this foolproof recipe for *Perfect Fried Eggs* from Cooks Illustrated, where simplicity meets precision. This recipe highlights a winning combination of unsalted butter and a splash of vegetable oil, creating the ideal balance of rich flavor and nonstick frying. Carefully cooked in a preheated skillet, the eggs are gently seasoned and cooked under a lid to ensure tender whites and luscious, runny yolks, or flipped for perfectly over-easy eggs. With just 4 minutes from pan to plate, this quick and easy method guarantees beautifully cooked eggs every time, making it a staple in your breakfast repertoire. Pair these golden delights with toast, crispy bacon, or fresh avocado for a satisfying start to the day.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:4 mins

Total Time:6 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 pinch Black pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat for 2 minutes to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter into the skillet. Swirl the skillet until the butter is fully melted and starts to foam. This oil-butter combination helps prevent the butter from burning while enhancing flavor.

Step 3

Crack 2 large eggs into a small bowl to ensure the yolks remain intact, then gently slide them into the skillet, spacing them apart.

Step 4

Season the eggs with a pinch of salt and black pepper, if desired, for added flavor.

Step 5

Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the eggs to cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes for a sunny-side-up egg, until the whites are set but still tender, and the yolks are slightly runny.

Step 6

For over-easy eggs, carefully flip them using a thin spatula and cook for an additional 10 to 15 seconds, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Transfer the fried eggs onto a plate using a spatula. Serve hot with toast, bacon, or your favorite breakfast sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(119.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	280.5

Total Fat 26.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 403mg	0%
Sodium 281.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 2.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g	0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 12.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 61.3mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 148.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.5%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 3.1%