Sunny side up eggs with crispy browned bottoms are easy to make, if you know the right method! These are perfect for dipping toast into or topping your favorite dinner with!
2tablespoonsof butter(bacon fat, steak fat after frying steaks, etc)
salt and pepper if desired
Instructions
Place the butter into a heavy, medium sized skillet over medium high heat.
Heat the butter or fat until sizzling hot, however don't let the butter burn.
Crack the eggs one at a time into the hot skillet.
Reduce the heat to low-medium.
Cook the eggs uncovered for 5-6 minutes, watching the whites to see when they are firm and set around the yolk. The edges should get nicely browned and crispy as well.
Remove from the heat and plate.
Notes
The key is room temperature eggs, hot sizzling butter to set the egg fast, then lowering the heat to cook the rest of the egg.
If you want the tops cooked a bit more, place a tablespoon of water into the pan and place a lid on top.