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If you’re looking for a simple, fast and tasty way to prepare eggs, the air fryer is the perfect solution! Forget the pan and the splattering oil: with this technique you’ll get an impeccable fried egg, with the white set and the yolk creamy and runny, just how you like it.
The air fryer is a versatile appliance that can be used for a variety of dishes, and eggs are no exception. Also, it’s a healthier cooking method compared to traditional pan-frying because it requires much less oil.
Why make a fried egg in the air fryer?
Speed: In just 5 minutes you’ll have a perfect fried egg ready to enjoy.
Simplicity: It’s extremely easy to prepare—just place the egg and set the time and temperature.
Less oil: The air fryer needs very little oil, making the dish lighter and healthier.
Consistent results: With the right settings you’ll always get the same result: a fried egg with a set white and a creamy yolk.
Easy cleanup: The air fryer is much easier to clean than a pan.
Convinced? Then let’s start… But first, I recommend you also take a look at these quick recipes:
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 1 Minute
- Cooking time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 1Piece
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Tools
- Friggitrici ad aria
- Cocotte
Here’s how to make a fried egg in the air fryer in 5 minutes:
Take your ceramic ramekin and lightly oil the bottom with a drizzle of oil (just a drop is enough to prevent sticking). Gently crack the egg into the ramekin, trying to keep the yolk intact and, if possible, centered.
Place the ramekin in the basket of your air fryer. Set the temperature to 320°F and cook for 5 minutes exactly.
You will see the egg set perfectly while remaining very soft inside.Once ready, remove it carefully (use an oven mitt—it’s hot!), add a pinch of salt, a grind of fresh pepper and you’re good to go!
MY TIPS
The first time, check the cooking at 4 minutes: every air fryer has its own power, but at 320°F for 5 minutes it’s usually absolute perfection.
You can enrich the base of the ramekin with a bit of chopped chives or a sprinkle of Parmesan before cracking the egg for a more pronounced flavor.
STORAGE
I recommend eating it immediately, piping hot, to fully enjoy the texture of the runny yolk. It is not suitable for storing for later.
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