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Huevos Fritos a la Española

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These are the fried eggs of all of our dreams. Adapted from 1,000 Spanish Recipes by Penelope Casas, the world's expert on Spanish cuisine.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Spanish
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 1 minute
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • A LOT of olive oil
  • 1 egg room temperature

Instructions

  • In a medium skillet, heat at least 1/2 inch of oil over high heat until it reaches the smoking point.
  • Break egg into the oil. (If cooking multiple eggs, only do two at a time maximum.)
  • Working quickly with a large spoon, fold the edges of the egg white, which will have spread, up over the yolks, forming a circle.
  • Spread the hot oil over the eggs until they begin to get crunch around the edges and the yolks have set, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer the eggs with a slotted spatula to a paper towel and let drain slightly.
  • Repeat for as many eggs as desired.
  • Season with salt and other garnish of your choice and serve hot.