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Easy Ethiopian Egg-in-Toast Breakfast
iman_6541
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Easy Ethiopian Egg-in-Toast Breakfast
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iman_6541
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Easy Ethiopian Egg-in-Toast Breakfast

A quick and delightful breakfast recipe, featuring an egg cooked perfectly within a slice of toast, seasoned with simple spices. This "egg-in-a-hole" style dish is popular for its simplicity and comforting taste, making it an ideal easy start to your day with an Ethiopian-inspired touch. Perfect for a busy morning or a cozy weekend meal.
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Recipe Information

5m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
15m
Total Time
2
Servings
Easy
Ethiopian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
200
Calories
9g
Protein
15g
Carbs
12g
Fat
Egg cooking in toast in the pan
Egg cooking in toast in the pan

Ingredients

  • Bread
    (thick-cut preferred)

    2 slices
  • Large Eggs

    2 units
  • Butter
    (or cooking oil)

    1 tablespoon
  • Salt
    (to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper
    (to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Red Pepper Flakes
    (or paprika, for an Ethiopian-inspired flavor)

    1 teaspoon
  • Fresh Parsley
    (chopped, for garnish)

    1 tablespoon
Servings: 2
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Flipping the egg-in-toast
Flipping the egg-in-toast

Instructions

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  • 1

    Using a cookie cutter or knife, cut a hole in the center of each slice of bread. Reserve the cut-out bread pieces.
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    Using a cookie cutter or knife, cut a hole in the center of each slice of bread. Reserve the cut-out bread pieces.
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    Ensure the hole is large enough to comfortably hold an egg.
  • 2

    Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add butter and allow it to melt and coat the pan.
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    Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add butter and allow it to melt and coat the pan.
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    Don't let the butter burn; adjust heat as needed.
  • 3

    Place the bread slices in the hot pan. Crack one egg carefully into the hole of each bread slice.
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    Place the bread slices in the hot pan. Crack one egg carefully into the hole of each bread slice.
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    Try not to break the yolk. Cook the reserved bread pieces alongside if desired.
  • 4

    Season the eggs and bread with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (or paprika) to taste.
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    Season the eggs and bread with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (or paprika) to taste.
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    Season generously for best flavor.
  • 5

    Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom of the bread is golden brown and the egg whites are mostly set.
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    Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom of the bread is golden brown and the egg whites are mostly set.
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    Watch for the edges of the egg to firm up before flipping.
  • 6

    Carefully flip each bread slice to cook the other side. The yolk should still be runny if preferred, or cook longer for a firmer yolk.
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    Carefully flip each bread slice to cook the other side. The yolk should still be runny if preferred, or cook longer for a firmer yolk.
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    Use a wide spatula for an easier flip.
  • 7

    Cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the desired doneness for the egg yolk is reached.
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    Cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the desired doneness for the egg yolk is reached.
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    For a jammy yolk, cook just until the whites are fully set. For a runny yolk, cook less on the second side.
  • 8

    Remove the egg-in-toast from the pan. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving immediately.
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    Remove the egg-in-toast from the pan. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving immediately.
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    Serve hot with a side of fruit or a simple salad for a complete meal.
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