Fried egg
Fried Egg
A Fried Egg (pronunciation: /fraɪd ɛg/) is a common type of egg preparation where the egg is typically cooked in a pan with oil or butter. The term "fried egg" is derived from the Old English words "frīed" (meaning peace, freedom) and "ǣg" (meaning egg).
Preparation
The preparation of a fried egg involves cracking an egg into a heated pan containing a small amount of oil or butter. The egg can be cooked to various degrees, from "sunny side up" (where the yolk remains runny) to "over hard" (where the yolk is completely cooked through).
Variations
There are several variations of fried eggs, including:
- Sunny Side Up: The egg is fried on one side with the yolk remaining runny.
- Over Easy: The egg is flipped and cooked on both sides, but the yolk remains runny.
- Over Hard: The egg is flipped and cooked on both sides until the yolk is fully cooked.
Health Considerations
Fried eggs are a good source of protein, but they can also be high in cholesterol. It is recommended to consume them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Related Terms
- Egg: The reproductive body produced by female birds and certain animals, from which offspring are produced when fertilized.
- Scrambled Eggs: A dish made from eggs stirred or beaten together in a pan while being gently heated.
- Poached Egg: An egg that has been cooked by poaching, in simmering liquid.
- Boiled Egg: An egg, typically from a chicken, boiled in its shell in a pot of boiling water.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fried egg
- Wikipedia's article - Fried egg
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