This paprika fried egg recipe might seem counterintuitive, but will help you get a well-seasoned egg yolk and flavorful egg white every time. You can really get creative with this!
Try combining this technique with my two-step trick for a perfectly runny egg yolk and serving it up on a slice of crusty no knead bread![feast_advanced_jump_to]
20 Best Seasonings to Use in Egg DishesSalt. Salt is one of the most popular and obvious seasonings for any egg dish. … Pepper. … Red Pepper Flakes. … Chili Powder. … Hot Sauce. … Tarragon. … Dill. … Basil.
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Salt. Salt is one of the most popular and obvious seasonings for any egg dish. …
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Pepper. …
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Red Pepper Flakes. …
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Chili Powder. …
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Hot Sauce. …
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Tarragon. …
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Dill. …
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Basil.
Take your paprika fried eggs to the next level
Now that you know how to make a paprika fried egg, consider serving yours:
- On a slice of cheddar-jalapeño bread
- Inside a bell pepper ring
- With finely grated fresh parmesan over the top
- Cooked in bacon fat
- On a burger
- Over smashed avocado or guacamole
- With a potato pancake
- With a zig-zag of hot sauce
- Others???? Leave a comment below and tell me how you serve yours!
Why paprika is perfect for seasoning eggs
Salt intensifies the egg flavor, pepper adds some spice, and the paprika adds a subtle warmth and a sweetness.
Of course, depending on what kind of paprika you use, you can really play around with flavor a lot! Some will make for a spicy fried egg while others will make it more savory and sweet.
Fresh peppers are a classic addition to scrambled eggs and omelets, so it makes sense that paprika — which is made from red peppers — is one of the best seasonings for a fried egg.
Paprika is also often sprinkled over deviled eggs, so when you think about it, its kind of weird that we havent always served fried eggs like this.
The Reason You Should Use Paprika To Season Fried Eggs
FAQ
What can I season fried eggs with?
What should I put on my fried egg?
How to season fried eggs without salt?
What seasonings do you use for eggs?
Salt and pepper are some of the most common seasonings used for eggs, and there are good reasons why. These two spices can be added to any egg dish for a simple taste that’s not too spicy or overpowering. Salt brings out the flavor in any type of egg dish (scrambled, poached, boiled, or fried), while black pepper gives them some kick!
What can you substitute for boiled eggs?
For vegans looking for an alternative to a boiled egg, substitute about 2 ounces of firm or extra firm tofu. The texture of tofu is relatively close to an egg while the protein and calorie content is similar. Tofu has no cholesterol and a range of nutrients similar to those found in eggs. For example, substitute chopped firm tofu for boiled eggs in egg salad recipes. For individuals allergic or sensitive to eggs, shrimp is a reasonable substitute. About 8 large shrimp weighing 6 grams each would increase protein from 6 grams to 11 grams, while calories would be reduced, and cholesterol would be cut in half.
What Spice goes with a fried egg?
Penzey’s Sandwich Sprinkle – This spice blend has a cult following for good reason. It’s a great addition to sandwiches, but the combo of salt, garlic, black pepper, basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme and marjoram is also great with a fried egg.
Do fried eggs have a seasoning?
One of the biggest challenges when it comes to making any fried egg is getting the seasoning deep into the egg white. Whether you’re serving your fried egg sunny-side up, over-easy, over-medium, poached, hard-boiled, or fried, by the time you add salt and pepper, the white has begun to set.