Description
This Crispy Cheese Chilli Oil Eggs recipe combines perfectly fried eggs with melted cheddar cheese and a flavorful, spicy homemade chilli oil. Garnished with fresh herbs, this dish is a quick and delicious way to elevate your breakfast or brunch with a crispy, savory, and spicy twist.
Ingredients
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Eggs and Cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil (for frying)
Chilli Oil
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the chilli oil: Heat olive oil in a small pan over low-medium heat. Add red chili flakes and minced garlic. Let the mixture infuse for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent garlic from burning. Optionally, add a splash of soy sauce for added depth of flavor. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Heat the pan: Place a non-stick skillet on medium heat and add enough olive or vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan for frying the eggs.
- Cook the eggs: Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes. Cook until the edges become crispy; reduce time for runnier yolks or extend for firmer yolks, according to preference.
- Add the cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the eggs while they are still in the pan. Allow the cheese to slightly melt over the warm eggs.
- Plate the eggs: Carefully lift the eggs from the skillet and place them onto a serving plate.
- Drizzle the chilli oil: Spoon the prepared chilli oil evenly over the crispy eggs, making sure to distribute the garlic and chili flakes for maximum flavor.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped herbs like cilantro or parsley on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful crispy cheese chilli oil eggs!
Notes
- Use a non-stick skillet for best results to get crispy edges without sticking.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the spiciness of the oil.
- The soy sauce in the chilli oil is optional but adds a subtle depth of umami.
- For variation, try using different cheeses such as mozzarella or pepper jack.
- Serve with toasted bread for a complete breakfast.
