Description
Feta Eggs is a quick and flavorful breakfast recipe featuring a fried egg nestled in a crispy ring of feta cheese, served on a toasted corn tortilla with mashed avocado and an optional touch of fresh lime juice. This dish combines creamy, tangy feta with the richness of the egg and the buttery smoothness of avocado for a satisfying morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg and Feta
- 1/4 cup crumbly feta cheese
- 1 egg
- pinch of salt and pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Base and Toppings
- 1 corn tortilla
- 1/4 of a ripe avocado
- optional – freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare feta ring and egg: In a small frying pan over medium heat, sprinkle the feta cheese in a circle, leaving a little space empty in the middle. Crack the egg and pour it into the center of the feta ring.
- Season the egg: Sprinkle the egg with a pinch of salt and pepper and the red pepper flakes evenly to enhance the flavors.
- Cook under lid: Place a lid on the frying pan and cook the egg until it reaches your desired doneness, about 3 to 5 minutes for a runny yolk.
- Toast the tortilla: Meanwhile, heat another skillet or place the corn tortilla over a gas stove flame to lightly toast it. Remove from heat and place on a plate.
- Prepare the avocado base: Mash the 1/4 ripe avocado evenly over the toasted tortilla, creating a creamy layer.
- Assemble the dish: Carefully place the cooked feta egg on top of the mashed avocado on the tortilla. Optionally, squeeze fresh lime juice on top for a citrusy brightness.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary depending on your stove and pan; watch carefully to avoid overcooking the egg.
- Use fresh, ripe avocado for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Red pepper flakes add a nice mild heat, but adjust according to your spice preference.
- The feta cheese forms a delicious crispy edge that pairs wonderfully with the runny egg yolk.
- This recipe is best served immediately for optimal texture and taste.