Crispy Feta Fried Eggs with Avocado
Crispy Feta Fried Eggs cook an egg inside a ring of crumbled feta.Pan-fry until the egg is set and the feta develops golden, crispy edges.Serve over avocado and a warm tortilla with lemon and chili.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- ¾ ounce 20 g feta cheese
- 1 small tortilla or 1 slice toasted bread
- ¼ avocado
- Dried oregano to taste
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- Cooking oil spray or olive oil spray
- Fresh lemon juice to taste
- Pickled onions for garnish
- Chili oil for garnish
Instructions
- Place a small nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking oil or olive oil spray.
- Crumble the feta directly into the skillet, arranging it in a rough circle with enough cheese around the outside to create crispy edges.
- Cook the feta for about 1–2 minutes. Let it begin to melt and sizzle without allowing it to burn.
- Carefully crack the egg into the center of the feta circle.
- Sprinkle the egg with dried oregano and red pepper flakes.
- Continue cooking over medium to medium-low heat until the egg white is completely set and the feta has developed a deep golden crust. Cook the yolk to your preferred doneness.
- While the Crispy Feta Fried Eggs cook, warm the tortilla in a dry skillet, oven, or microwave. Alternatively, toast a slice of bread.
- Mash the avocado over the warm tortilla or toast.
- Squeeze a little fresh lemon juice over the avocado.
- Once the feta is golden and crisp, carefully slide a thin spatula underneath the egg and cheese crust.
- Transfer the crispy feta egg onto the avocado-topped tortilla.
- Finish with pickled onions and a small drizzle of chili oil. Serve immediately while the feta edges are still crisp.
Notes
A small flour or corn tortilla works well as the base. Sourdough, whole-grain toast, or pita can also be used.
For a less spicy breakfast, omit the chili oil and reduce or eliminate the red pepper flakes.
For more protein, prepare two eggs and increase the feta accordingly. Use a slightly larger skillet so the cheese has enough room to become crispy.
Try adding chopped parsley, cilantro, dill, or fresh mint immediately before serving for extra freshness.