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Crispy Avocado Toast with Runny Egg

Smashed avocado on buttery sourdough, topped with a fried egg cooked until the whites set but yolks still jiggle. Ready in under 10 minutes.

Total time
10 min
Servings
1
Calories
385
Protein
13g
Crispy Avocado Toast with Runny Egg
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Toast the bread until golden and crispy on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.

  2. Step 2

    Scoop the avocado onto the warm toast and smash with the back of a fork until creamy.

  3. Step 3

    Heat butter in a skillet over medium until foamy, about 1 minute.

  4. Step 4

    Crack the egg into the pan and fry until whites set but yolk still jiggles, 3–4 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Slide the egg onto the avocado toast. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately while the yolk is still warm and runny.

Tools you’ll need

  • toaster or toaster oven
  • fork
  • 10-inch nonstick or cast iron skillet
  • spatula

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