Published 12/25/2022
Perfectly Cooked Over Hard Eggs
Is there anything better than eggs cooked exactly the way you like them for breakfast?! Not everyone likes a runny yolk, and that’s okay! That’s why we’re walking you through how to make perfectly cooked over hard eggs every time.
Ingredients You Need
You only need 2 simple ingredients to make the best over hard eggs! Head into the kitchen, and round up: We’re talking fully cooked yolks without burning the edges of the egg whites 😀 We’re sharing perfect recipe pairings to round out your delicious breakfast.
Large eggs: any size eggs will do, but be mindful that smaller eggs will cook faster than large eggs!Unsalted butter: we prefer using unsalted butter since we’re serving these over hard eggs with salt. If you’re using salted butter, be mindful that you may not need to add salt when serving.
You’ll want to serve your eggs with salt and pepper, so go ahead and grab that too.
Why Use Butter?
We recommend using butter to make these over hard eggs! Oil will work, too, but will impact the taste and appearance of the over hard eggs. Here’s how: Butter: Using butter will leave you with a nutty flavored egg and minimal browning — that’s what we used in these photos. Oil: If you use avocado oil or olive oil you will be left with a bubbly egg white that has those burn, crispy edges that some people adore in a fried egg.
Best Pans for Over Hard Eggs
Any pan will work for making over hard eggs, but there are a few tips and tricks depending on the pan you’re using: Non-stick: a non-stick pan is your best bet for frying an egg. We love that it makes an easy recipe even easier. Cast iron: a cast iron skillet will work because it gets hot fast and retains heat. However, be sure you have enough butter and check the edges of your egg frequently to make sure they aren’t sticking to the pan. Stainless steel: if you only have a stainless steel pan you can still use it. Just be very diligent when frying the eggs because stainless steel can heat inconsistently and have some very hot spots.
What to Serve with Over Hard Eggs
Toast or bagelsBaconMaple Breakfast SausageSheet Pan French ToastCinnamon Roll WafflesBanana Oatmeal PancakesGreek Yogurt and Steel Cut Oatmeal ParfaitBlueberry Orange Granola + Yogurt
Top Tips for Over Hard Eggs
Use fresh eggs: Eggs are always better fresh, be sure to check the date on your eggs before frying them. Fried Eggs — Every Way! Be patient: It is easy to want to rush the process of frying your over hard egg, but the more patient you are the better your egg will turn out. Check the edges: As your egg is frying, use a spatula to gently pull up on edges of the egg white to be sure the egg white isn’t sticking to the pan. Don’t forget to season: Always sprinkle some salt and pepper on your over hard eggs. It elevates all the flavors in your dish.
Storage
These over hard eggs are best enjoyed immediately, but should you have leftovers, you can store them in the fridge in an airtight container for 3 days. To reheat: Reheat eggs on low in the microwave to be sure you don’t over cook them.
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