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Modern Toast with Fried Egg, Tomato, and Crispy Onions

Elevate your breakfast with this upgraded classic toast recipe.

1servings
20 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Modern Toast with Fried Egg, Tomato, and Crispy Onions

About this recipe

This modern take on a breakfast favorite offers crispy bread topped with a perfectly fried egg, juicy fresh tomatoes, and delightfully crunchy onions. It's a dish that combines simplicity with sophistication, making it perfect for a quick weekday breakfast or a relaxed weekend brunch.

Ingredients

  • 2 slices whole-grain bread
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, halved

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add onions to the pan and sauté until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Toast bread until golden. Optionally, rub with garlic while warm for added flavor.

  4. 4

    Fry the egg to your preferred level of doneness. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Place tomato slices on one piece of toasted bread.

  6. 6

    Top with the fried egg and sprinkle with crispy onions.

  7. 7

    Finish with the second piece of toast. Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Ensure the onions are crispy for the best texture contrast.

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