Medamayaki (Japanese Style Fried Eggs)
Fried eggs are one of the most commonly eaten egg dishes in the world, but Medamayaki, a Japanese-style fried egg, is prepared in a slightly different way. Give it a try and compare its flavor to what you are used to.
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Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp neutral oil or butter
- pinch of salt
- pinch of ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil or butter in a pan over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, crack the egg into it.
- When the egg white begins to set, cover the pan. Reduce the heat to low and let it steam for 3 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the lid and sprinkle salt and pepper over the egg (or add your preferred condiments after serving).
Notes
- This dish is not suitable for storage, so it is best to eat it as soon as possible after making it. Storing it could allow Salmonella bacteria to grow, increasing the risk of food poisoning.
Nutrition
Calories: 121.99kcal Carbohydrates: 0.51g Protein: 7.57g Fat: 9.77g Saturated Fat: 2.18g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.29g Monounsaturated Fat: 4.77g Trans Fat: 0.04g Cholesterol: 223.2mg Sodium: 232.67mg Potassium: 84.52mg Fiber: 0.03g Sugar: 0.22g Vitamin A: 324.69IU Calcium: 34.25mg Iron: 1.06mg
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