Ingredients (For One Serving)
- 1 slice of bread
Any type works: white bread, whole wheat, brown bread, multigrain, or sourdough. - 1 large egg
Fresh eggs give better flavor and texture. - 1 tablespoon butter or oil
Butter gives a rich taste, oil gives a lighter result. - Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste (optional)
Optional additions (do not add until comfortable with the basic recipe):
- Cheese
- Onion
- Tomato
- Herbs
- Chili flakes
Equipment Needed
- One non-stick frying pan or flat pan
- One spatula
- One small bowl (optional, for cracking the egg)
- Stove or cooktop
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
Step 1: Preparing Your Workspace
Before turning on the stove, place all your ingredients nearby. This makes cooking smoother and prevents mistakes. Make sure the pan is clean and dry.
Place the bread on a plate so it is ready when needed.
Step 2: Heating the Pan
Place the frying pan on the stove over medium heat.
Do not use high heat, as this can burn the bread and egg too quickly.
Add the butter or oil to the pan.
Let the butter melt completely or the oil warm up. You should see the butter gently bubbling or the oil becoming slightly shiny. This means the pan is ready.
Step 3: Toasting the Bread
Place the slice of bread flat in the pan.
Let it cook for about 1 to 2 minutes on the first side.
The bread should turn light golden brown.
Flip the bread using the spatula and toast the other side for another 1 minute.
Remove the bread from the pan and place it on a plate.
This step gives the bread a crisp texture so it does not become soggy later.
Step 4: Cooking the Egg
Using the same pan, lower the heat slightly to medium-low.
If the pan looks dry, add a little more butter or oil.
Crack the egg gently into the pan.
If you are not confident cracking eggs directly into the pan, crack it into a small bowl first, then pour it in.
Let the egg cook without touching it for about 1 minute.
The white should begin to turn solid.
Sprinkle a small amount of salt and pepper over the egg.
Step 5: Choosing Your Egg Style
You can cook the egg in different ways depending on preference:
For a runny yolk:
- Cook until the white is fully set but the yolk remains soft.
- This takes about 2 minutes total.
For a medium yolk:
- Gently flip the egg and cook for 20 to 30 seconds more.
For a fully cooked yolk:
- Flip the egg and cook for 1 full minute.
Be gentle when flipping to avoid breaking the yolk.
Step 6: Assembling the Egg Toast
Place the toasted bread back into the pan or directly onto a plate.
Carefully place the cooked egg on top of the toast.
Press lightly with the spatula so the egg sits flat and does not slide off.
If desired, add a tiny pinch of salt on top
