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Korean Egg Toast

Crispy buttered bread topped with a fluffy seasoned egg and melted cheese, served with a sweet and spicy mayo drizzle. A beloved Korean street food breakfast that's ready in minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
425
Protein
16g
Korean Egg Toast
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, and honey in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp butter and let it melt and foam slightly.

  3. Step 3

    Lightly toast bread slices in the skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Add remaining butter to the skillet and crack 2 eggs into it. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Cook eggs sunny-side up for 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolk remains runny, or to your preference.

  6. Step 6

    Place one cheese slice on each of two toast slices, then carefully slide one cooked egg onto each.

  7. Step 7

    Repeat cooking process with remaining 2 eggs and assemble second toast.

  8. Step 8

    Drizzle spicy mayo over each egg toast and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

  9. Step 9

    Serve immediately while bread is warm and cheese is melted.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch non-stick skillet
  • small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • plate

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