Achieve eggceptional fried egg results using this foolproof guide that teaches you how to fry an egg to perfection for sunny side up, over easy, over medium, and over hard.
In a small non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter
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Crack the large egg into the pan
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Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 3 minutes, or until the egg white is set
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Remove the egg from the pan and season with a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
OVER EASY
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In a small non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter
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Crack the large egg into the pan
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Cook for 3 minutes, or until the egg white is set
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Flip the egg and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from the pan and season with a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
OVER MEDIUM
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In a small non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter
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Crack the large egg into the pan
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Cook for 3 minutes, or until the egg white is set
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Flip the egg and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, until the yolk is slightly set. Remove from the pan and season with a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
OVER HARD
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In a small non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter
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Crack the large egg into the pan
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Cook for 3 minutes, or until the egg white is set
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Flip the egg and cook for 4 to 5 minutes more, until the yolk is completely set. Remove from the pan and season with a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper