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Crispy Feta Fried Eggs

Crispy Feta Fried Eggs: A Deliciously Easy Breakfast Treat

Crispy Feta Fried Eggs are a delicious and easy breakfast treat that captures the essence of Mediterranean mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggs
  • 1 large Egg Fresh eggs yield the best flavor and texture.
  • ¾ oz Feta Cheese, crumbled For a dairy-free option, use plant-based feta.
For the Base
  • 1 small Tortilla (corn or flour) Alternative: use a slice of toasted bread.
For the Toppings
  • ¼ Avocado, smashed Replace with Greek yogurt or hummus if desired.
  • Dried Oregano Optional but recommended; can be substituted with Italian seasoning.
  • Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to your preference or omit for a milder taste.
For Cooking & Garnishing
  • Cooking Oil Spray or Olive Oil Spray Any high-heat cooking oil works well.
  • Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled lemon juice can be a handy substitute.
  • to taste Pickled Onions Feel free to use other pickled veggies.
  • to taste Chili Oil Optional depending on your heat preference.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Take the crumbled feta and pile it into a small mound on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Crack a large egg directly into the center of the feta mound, avoiding breaking the yolk.
  4. Lightly spray the exposed egg whites with olive oil spray, then sprinkle dried oregano and red pepper flakes over the feta and egg.
  5. Place the baking sheet in your oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the feta is golden and crispy.
  6. Once done, let it cool for a minute and warm up your tortilla or toast.
  7. Spoon the smashed avocado over the baked egg and feta, squeeze lemon juice, add pickled onions and drizzle chili oil to taste.
  8. Serve immediately for maximum crispiness and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve this dish alongside fresh fruit for a balanced meal. Savor every bite of this Mediterranean-inspired dish that beautifully elevates your morning routine!

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