Five Minutes to a Satisfying Plate
Avocado toast became a cliche for a reason, it is fast, fresh, and genuinely filling. Mashing the avocado with lime and salt and finishing the toast with a crispy fried egg turns a simple slice of bread into a real meal. It works for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch.
Ingredients (per toast)
- 1 slice rustic bread or sourdough
- 1 ripe avocado
- Squeeze of lime juice
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter
- 1 large egg
- Chili flakes and fresh herbs, optional
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Toast the bread. Toast the bread until golden and crisp at the edges.
- Mash the avocado. Scoop the avocado into a bowl and mash with lime, salt, and pepper. Keep some chunks for texture.
- Fry the egg. Heat the oil or butter in a small nonstick pan over medium heat. Crack in the egg and cook until the white is set and the edges are lacy. Season lightly with salt.
- Assemble. Spread the mashed avocado thickly over the toast. Slide the fried egg on top.
- Finish. Sprinkle with chili flakes and fresh herbs, and enjoy while the toast is still crisp.
Tips
- Use a ripe avocado; it should give slightly when pressed but not feel mushy all over.
- Fry the egg over medium heat, not high, so the white cooks before the bottom burns.
- Spread the avocado generously, it is the whole point of the dish.
Variations
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the avocado
- Add a few cherry tomatoes on top
- Drizzle with hot honey for a sweet heat
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it ahead?
Avocado browns once mashed. Prepare it fresh, or mash the avocado with extra lime and press plastic wrap against the surface.
What egg style works best?
A sunny-side-up or over-medium egg is ideal so the yolk creates a quick sauce over the avocado.
