Microwave Fried Eggs

These Microwave Fried Eggs take just 1 minute to cook and give you the perfect result every single time. We give you all the tips to make the ultimate over-easy egg, plus our favorite ways to serve it too. Breakfast has never been so easy!

Prep Time 3

Cook Time 1

Servings

Calories 178kcal

Author Jesseca

Ingredients

1-2 teaspoons oil
2 large eggs
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Pour or spray the oil onto a microwave-safe dish or paper plate. This will prevent the eggs from sticking.
Carefully crack both eggs onto the oiled dish. Make sure the yolks remain intact.
Use a toothpick to gently poke a small hole in each yolk. This helps the eggs cook evenly without scrambling them.
Place a second microwave-safe plate or another dish on top to cover the eggs.
Heat the eggs in the microwave for 1 minute on high.
Allow the eggs to sit in the microwave for 1 minute after heating. This helps them finish cooking.
If the eggs are not fully cooked after the initial 1 minute, microwave them for an additional 10-15 seconds until done to your liking.

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Notes

Tips:

Polk the yolk with a small hole. When poking the yolk, make a small hole. This prevents the yolks from exploding in the microwave but still allows them to cook evenly.
Cover the eggs before cooking. Cover the eggs with another microwave-safe plate to contain the heat and cook the eggs evenly.
Watch the cooking time. Microwaves vary in power. Start with 1 minute and adjust in 10-15 second increments as needed to avoid overcooking.
Be sure to let the eggs rest. Letting the eggs sit for 1 minute after microwaving allows them to finish cooking without overcooking the edges.
Check for doneness. If you prefer runnier yolks, reduce the cooking time slightly. For firmer yolks, you may need to microwave a bit longer.

Storage:

We recommend that you enjoy your microwave over-easy eggs immediately after cooking. This ensures the yolk has the perfect consistency and every bite is delicious.

You can store your leftover fried eggs in the fridge for up to a day. Be sure when reheating to microwave them in 10 to 15 second intervals to avoid overcooking the yolk. We do not recommend freezing any leftover eggs.

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