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Eggs over medium on a plate with knife and fork.
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Eggs Over Medium (Perfect Every Time!)

Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time3 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Eggs over medium, Medium fried eggs, Over medium eggs
Servings: 1
Author: Jennifer Pallian BSc, RD

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp oil or butter
  • 2 eggs
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat pan

  • Heat the oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Make sure it's shimmering hot. This ensures the eggs don't stick.

Cook the eggs

  • Crack the eggs into the pan, being careful not to break the yolks.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook for about 2 minutes until the whites start to set. With a spatula, gently flip the eggs. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Check Doneness

  • The yolks should still be slightly runny in the center, and the whites fully cooked.
  • To know this without cutting the egg open, gently press on the yolk part. When it's at medium stage, it'll feel slightly soft (like the fleshy part of your palm, beneath your thumb).*

Serve

  • Remove from the pan and serve immediately. The eggs continue to cook the longer they stand.

Notes

*See full doneness testing section in article for more info. 
Adjust the cooking time based on your stove and pan type. This might take a bit of practice.
For an extra touch, sprinkle some fresh herbs on top before serving.
Pair with toast, avocado, or your favorite breakfast sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 327mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 121mg | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 475IU | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg