Feta fried eggs are the ultimate savory breakfast hack. By creating a ring of crumbled feta cheese directly in a hot pan and cracking an egg into the center, the cheese melts and toasts into a crispy, salty skirt.

The saltiness of the feta perfectly seasons the egg, meaning you don't even need to add salt. Serve this on a toasted bagel or sourdough bread with a smear of avocado for the best 5-minute breakfast of your life.

Ingredients You Need

• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• Black pepper and red pepper flakes
• 1 slice of sourdough bread, toasted
• 1/2 avocado, mashed

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat a small non-stick skillet over medium heat.

2. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese directly onto the dry, hot skillet, shaping it into a rough circle with a small hollow in the middle.

3. Immediately crack the egg directly into the hollow center of the feta cheese.

4. Season the yolk with black pepper and red pepper flakes (skip the salt, the feta is salty enough).

5. Cover the skillet with a lid for about 2 minutes to allow the steam to cook the top of the egg white while the yolk remains runny and the feta turns crispy and golden.

6. Use a spatula to carefully slide the feta fried egg onto a piece of toasted sourdough smeared with mashed avocado.

Troubleshooting: Why is my Crispy Feta Fried Eggs not turning out right?

If you are having trouble getting this recipe right, ensure you are measuring ingredients accurately. Baking and cooking are sciences, and the right ratios matter. Also, check your oven temperature; many ovens run hot or cold.