This recipe produces a delicious, simple egg with satisfying, set whites and a creamy, runny yolk. It’s similar to a poached egg, but more flavorful and less fussy.
Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::5 mins
Total Time::10 mins
Servings::1
Yield::2 eggs
Ingredients
1 ½ tablespoons salted butter
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon water
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch flaky sea salt, or to taste
Directions
Melt butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Carefully crack eggs into the skillet and let cook until whites have almost set, about 1 minute.
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Add water, cover skillet with a lid or cookie sheet, reduce heat to medium-low.
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Let cook until whites have set, yolks are still runny, and some of white has set over yolk, 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove lid and transfer eggs to a serving plate. Garnish with pepper and flaky salt, if desired. Serve immediately.