Simple Olive Oil Fried Eggs

• 🥚2 large eggs≈ $0.80
• 🫒1-2 tablespoons olive oil≈ $0.15
• 🧂Salt to taste≈ $0.25
• 🌶️Black pepper to taste≈ $1.10

Prices are rough US grocery estimates per ingredient and may vary by store and season.

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and just begins to smoke lightly.

   Mark as done
2. 2

   Carefully crack the eggs directly into the hot oil, keeping them separated.

   Mark as done
3. 3

   Season immediately with salt and pepper.

   Mark as done
4. 4

   Cook for 2-3 minutes, occasionally spooning the hot oil over the egg whites and yolks, until the whites are set and crispy at the edges, and the yolks are cooked to your desired doneness (runny, jammy, or firm).

   Mark as done
5. 5

   Remove from the skillet with a spatula and serve immediately.

   Mark as done