Eggs have long been a beloved breakfast staple, not just throughout the UK but across the globe. With endless methods to prepare and savour them, there's always a thrilling new flavour or topping pairing to discover.
Scrambled, poached and boiled eggs are all delightful, but nothing quite compares to a flawlessly cooked fried egg with a golden yolk. If you're keen to take things up a notch, there's one kitchen essential you should add to the pan before you begin cooking.
The culinary experts at Sift and Simmer suggest adding sesame seeds to your fried eggs for a satisfying crunch and a deep, nutty flavour.
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The seeds, which feature prominently throughout Asian cuisine, provide fried eggs with a wonderfully crispy base. Combine them with some chilli oil and you'll introduce even greater depth of flavour, producing a brilliant alternative to your standard breakfast or lunch plate.
You'll only require a handful of cupboard staples for this recipe. As for the sesame seeds, either white or black varieties work superbly, or a combination of both is equally excellent, reports the Mirror.
These eggs aren't merely a breakfast delight either - they'd work just as well served atop a rice or noodle dish for your evening meal. Here's how to prepare them yourself, reports the Express.
Sesame fried eggs
Ingredients
- Two tablespoons sesame seeds
- One teaspoon vegetable oil
- Two large eggs
- Chilli oil (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Method
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Place a frying pan over a low-medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast for approximately 30 seconds, then pour the vegetable oil over them. Crack the eggs over the sesame seeds and place a lid on the pan, leaving a small gap for steam to escape.
Let the eggs cook for roughly four to five minutes, or until they reach your desired consistency.
Once ready, use a spatula to carefully lift the eggs from the frying pan. Transfer them onto a plate and serve topped with extra sesame seeds or chilli oil, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.
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