Spicy and Delicious Chili Crisp Fried Eggs (Sunny Side Up) Recipe
This Spicy and Delicious Chili Crisp Fried Eggs recipe elevates simple sunny side up eggs with a luscious buttery chili crisp sauce, creating a flavorful and satisfying breakfast or brunch dish. The combination of spicy chili oil and rich butter adds depth, while fresh cilantro brings a bright, herbaceous note. Serve with toasted flatbread, naan, or sourdough to soak up the deliciously runny yolks and spicy buttery sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Ingredients
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For the Chili Crisp Butter Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 to 3 tablespoons chili crisp (adjust based on heat preference, stir before using)
For the Eggs
- 4 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish and Serving
- Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (tender leaves and stems)
- Toasted flatbread, naan, or sourdough (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat the Butter and Chili Crisp: Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the butter and chili crisp. Stir to combine and spread the mixture evenly across the pan. Add more butter or chili crisp if you want a richer or spicier flavor.
- Add the Eggs: Once the buttery chili crisp mixture is hot, crack the eggs into the pan, giving each egg its own space. Let them cook for about 30 seconds without disturbing.
- Season the Eggs: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the eggs to taste.
- Cook Sunny Side Up: Without flipping the eggs, gently spoon the hot chili crisp butter over the egg whites to cook them through, tilting the pan slightly to help the butter spread evenly. Avoid spooning over the yolks to keep them runny.
- Finish Cooking: Continue cooking until the egg whites are set and no longer translucent, ensuring the yolks remain bright and runny.
- Serve: Serve the eggs either family-style directly from the skillet alongside toasted bread or individually plated. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chili crisp according to your heat tolerance.
- Using a nonstick skillet helps prevent the eggs from sticking and makes spooning the butter easier.
- Serve with your favorite toasted bread to make the most of the flavorful sauce and runny yolks.
- Fresh cilantro adds a bright contrast but can be omitted or substituted with parsley if preferred.
Keywords: chili crisp eggs, spicy fried eggs, sunny side up eggs, breakfast recipe, butter chili crisp, easy brunch
