Balsamic Fried Eggs

Name: Balsamic Fried Eggs
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 large eggs; kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 slices toasted hearty bread; 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 handfuls arugula

6 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 large eggs
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 slices toasted hearty bread
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 handfuls arugula

Directions

1

Add olive oil to an 8 inch skillet over medium heat.
2

When the oil is hot but not at the smoking point, crack open the eggs, one at a time, letting each egg set. Cook for about 25 seconds, keeping the heat at medium.
3

As the eggs puff up, season with salt and pepper. Tilt the pan and baste the top of the yolks with the oil to help them cook. Cook to desired doneness.
4

Place a piece of toast on each plate, top with an egg. Pour off and discard any excess oil and remove any oily residue from the pan.
5

Put the pan back over medium heat. Add the balsamic vinegar and let it sizzle and reduce slightly for a moment or two. Drizzle over the eggs. Garnish with arugula and serve.