Crispy Feta Fried Eggs: Your New Favorite Mediterranean Breakfast

Crispy Feta Fried Eggs offer a delightful Mediterranean breakfast combining creamy eggs and crunchy feta.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 7

Total Time 12

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Eggs

2 large Large Eggs Essential for rich, creamy yolks and tender whites.

For the Feta

100 grams Crumbled Feta Cheese Transforms into crispy, golden shards when cooked.

For Frying

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for frying to ensure the feta crisps beautifully.

For Seasoning

to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor.
to taste Black Pepper Adds warmth and complements the dish.

Optional Enhancements

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Adds a colorful, herbal note.
to taste Red Pepper Flakes Provides mild heat.

Equipment

Non-Stick Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pour a generous amount of olive oil into a non-stick skillet and heat over medium-high until shimmering.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly into the skillet and let cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Carefully crack the large eggs over the crispy feta, spacing them apart.
Sprinkle salt and pepper over the eggs to taste.
Cook the eggs undisturbed for about 3-4 minutes until the whites set but the yolks remain runny.
Optional: Sprinkle fresh parsley and red pepper flakes over the eggs before serving.
Gently slide the crispy feta and eggs onto a plate and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve and enjoy right after cooking to maintain texture and flavor.

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