Wake Up! Breakfast is Ready: Anchovy-Infused Sunny-Side-Up Eggs
When I was little, my grandmother never let me leave the house without eating two sunny-side-up eggs and a glass of milk. It became a ritual—a guarantee she had that I wouldn’t faint from hunger during the day. What she didn’t know was that I’d sneak treats from the neighbors: doughnuts, homemade chocolate, bread with oil and sugar, or bread with lard…
🕒 Prep & Cook Time: 10 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2
🥄 Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2 anchovy fillets (in oil), finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter (approx. 15 g)
- 3 tablespoons oil
- Salt and pepper (optional—check anchovy saltiness)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Heat the butter and oil together in a skillet over medium heat until foaming gently.
- Add the finely chopped anchovies and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Crack the eggs into the skillet and season with salt and pepper only if needed (anchovies can be salty).
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 1.5–2 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain soft.
- Remove the lid and gently spoon the anchovy-infused sauce over the yolks a few times.
- Serve immediately with toasted bread.
💡 Tips
- Adjust salt carefully—anchovies bring plenty of flavor and saltiness.
- Use good quality anchovies packed in oil for best taste and texture.
- Serve with crunchy toast to soak up the flavorful sauce.
🎉 Perfect For
- A quick, savory breakfast full of umami
- Those who love anchovies and bold flavors in their eggs
- Nostalgic comfort food with a gourmet twist
📝 Final Thoughts
This simple yet flavorful breakfast pays homage to cherished family rituals, combining creamy eggs with the rich umami of anchovies. It’s quick to prepare, deeply satisfying, and a great way to start your day with a taste of tradition and love.