Ah, eggs. One of the most beloved ingredients across the entire world.
They are beloved for many reasons: they are delicious, they can be made several different ways, and they are super healthy! You can put them on toast, next to toast, on rice or potatos… You can even make them several different ways, like scrambled, sunny side-up, soft- or hard-boiled or over-easy.
But did you know that the eggcellent times don’t end there? There are actually so many different ways to make eggs, you are guaranteed to never be bored again!
We decided to gather up 74 different ways to make eggs. Take a look and maybe even try a few out yourself. You undoubtedly have options!
Hard-boiled eggs are a beloved classic because they are so easy. All you have to do is bowl them in some water for 10-12 minutes and you’ve got yourself the perfect breakfast or on-the-go snack.
If you prefer a runnier yolk, soft-boiled eggs will be your new best friend. The boil in half the time (about six minutes) and the gooey center will work great on toast, in salads, or on its own. Rich and buttery!
While it may look a bit strange, this way feels like the best option when you’re in the mood for scrambled eggs. If they are overcooked they become rubbery. So to get the creamy texture, mix the eggs in a bowl or cup first and then cook them on a low heat.
These are also delicious. They are like the creamy scrambled, but slightly more firm. Still be careful to not overcook.
This is the way most diners will serve you eggs if you simply ask for “scrambled.” It’s like the soft scrambled but literally harder, with a more firm texture and less moisture.
6. “Perfect” scrambled eggs
Now of course, it’s a bit subjective and depends on your personal preference. But these are supposed to be the
perfect scrambled eggs, according to Gordon Ramsay. All you have to do is constantly stir the eggs with butter over a medium heat. Then turn off the heat and let them cook for another 90 seconds.
This is the easiest recipe! All you have to do is grease a pan with your preference of oil or butter and then crack the egg directly in the pan. Don’t even flip it. Just let the edges brown a bit and then remove from the pan.
If you are not a fan of the sunny side-up eggs, don’t fret. This is literally a version of that, but with the yolk cooked face down.
You’re probably thinking, isn’t this sunny side-down? Well it’s similar, but they are different. When making over-easy eggs, you only want to cook the yolk for a few seconds so that it still stays runny.
It’s like over-easy, except you cook the yolks for just a
little bit longer.
Did you see this one coming? Yep, this is like over-medium, but just cooked even a little bit longer. It’s for those who don’t like a gooey yolk.
Poached can seem a bit intimidating, but it’s very rewarding. There’s a couple of different ways to do it. One way you can do it though, is by cracking an egg into a small cup. Don’t mix it! Instead, gently pour it into boiling water.
Name one better breakfast food than an omelet, we’ll wait!
It is so easy to make too. Whisk up some eggs, pour them in a pan, fill it whatever you want, and then flip one side over. You can fill with veggies, ham, cheese… You name it!
Frittatas are quite similar to omelets except they don’t fold over. Keep it open faced and you get to see all those beauitful fillings!
Think of a quiche as a savory pie. You can buy a pre-made pie crust (or make your own if you are feeling ambitious), and fill it with eggs, milk and whatever other ingredients depending on the recipe!
Maybe it’s not ideal, but it’s a great option if you are in a rush. And it’s great to know that you can microwave them! Just pop them in their for 45 seconds or so and they’ll be ready to eat.
If you have a baking pan with some cupcake holders, pop the eggs in there and let them bake!
These are eggs that are cooked with continuous moisture. They are essentially steamed, so there is no need to flip them. How convenient!
Another popular item on diner menus all across the country! It’s super delicious and savory and customizable. Pick your favorite ingredients — ham, cheese, onion, etc — and hash them up with potatoes and eggs.
These are a bit similar to a savory custard and are fully steamed. They are actually done a lot in Korean culture. You just need to cook them in ramekins over a pot of simmering water.
This makes a great party snack. Here’s what you do: Boil eggs, cut them in half, scoop out the yolks, mix the yolks with salt, pepper, mayo and mustard, and then scoop the mixed back into the boiled whites. You can sprinkle the tops with paprika if you are feeling extra fancy.
This is what you make when you’re feeling lazy. All you do is crack the eggs in the pan and break the yolks in there. Because they aren’t fully mixed, it creates this marbled pattern. It’s like a crosh between scrambled and fried eggs.
If you love oil, you will love Spanish fried eggs. Pour a lot of oil in a pan and fry your eggs in that over high heat. Make sure to keep scooping the oil over the top of the eggs.
Ready for the easiest recipe ever? Okay, here we go: eggs, milk, spices, and anything else you want. Mix all of that together and pour it onto a pan to bake on 300 degrees. Breakfast is ready.
Believe it or not, you can make an omelette in a bag. Simply mix all of the ingredients together in a plastic Ziploc bag, then suspend it in a pot of boiling water. It will come out great!
You will need ceramic coddling cups for this. Put the egg in the cup and then place it in a steam bath to gently cook the egg.
Waffles are a great breakfast food. Eggs are also a great breakfast food. Why not combine them?
If you remember from a couple slides back, poached eggs are cooked in water. So that means butter poached eggs are cooked in butter! Fill up a pot with a whole lot of butter and then scoop the egg in there. A rich treat!
Looking for a tasty crunch? Poach an egg, then coat it in more egg, flour and breadcrumbs. Then fry that. It’s a seriously decadent treat.
Separate the whites and the yolks. Then beat the whites until they form stiff peaks. Then, simply re-combine the yolks and whites and cook in a pan for the fluffiest eggs ever.
Strata is a great option if you’re looking to put a little Italian flare on your eggs! It usually involves some sort of combo of ham, bread, and/or cheese all baked together in a casserole.
If you’re looking to use your oven, all you have to do is place whole eggs — shell on — into a cupcake pan. Bake for 30 minutes on 325. Easiest thing ever?
This is really big over in the U.K. It is a soft boiled egg wrapped in sausage and then rolled in bread crumbs. A whole mean in a bite!
What else can we cook eggs in?! How about a slice of bread? Simly cut out a hole, crack the egg inside, and top with any other ingredients. Then bake!
35. Egg white omelet with folded yolks
If you want to mix it up, this is a great option. Start by separating your yolks and whites. Whip the whites so that they’re fluffy and then pour on the pan. As those cook, dab the yolk on top.
Hard boil eggs and then slice them up and lay them in a baking dish. Add potatoes, bacon or cheese (or all 3!) and then top with a mix of seasoning, sour cream, flour and breadcrumbs. It’s the best comfort food.
There are surprisingly a couple ways to grill eggs. One of them is to simply place the egg on the grill, still whole and in its shell.
Hard boiled eggs are great for marinating because they absorb things really easily. You’ll see them a lot in dishes like ramen. Try marinating them in soy sauce and your spices of choice!
Air fryers are so easy, and you can use them for just about anything. Yes, even for boiled eggs.
This is the only one that takes a lot of time — a whole week actually. But it’s worth it! Place the eggs in a lot of sugar and salt before placing them in a fridge for a week. Then bake them for 30 minutes at 200 degrees.
Sprinkle your boiled eggs with some salt and sugar and then bring out the torch! Fancy!
Heat up some water to about 149 F, then drop eggs in (carefully!) and let cook for 45 minutes. When they’re done, remove the eggs and run them under cold water to reveal the perfect sous vide.
Whip egg whites until they’re fluffy and then cook them in a ring mold. Then add the yolk at the last possible minute for a runny center.
If you love deviled eggs but you wish they had a little bit more of a crunch, this is the perfect recipe for you. Once you boil the egg, coat it in egg, flour and bread crumbs. Fry it and then top with classic deviled egg filling.
Try this one if you’re a fan of smoked flavors. It’s easy, all you have to do is boiled the eggs how you normally would, peel them, and then place on the grill for just a couple of minutes.
It’s like a savory crepe made out of eggs. Roll them up and add some other ingredients like seaweed and you’ve got a little Japanese treat!
This is way better than what you think egg noodles is… Beat the eggs, fry them in a pan and cut them into strips.
Make these if you want to make something that looks like art! Whip egg whites with a hand mixer and then add salt and pepper and bake for 10 minutes. Take them out, add the yolks on top, and bake for an additional 3 minutes.
All you need is a pressure cooker, water, and 6 minutes!
Ensure the perfectly cooked sunny side-up egg but separating the white and yolk. Towards the end, add the yolk on and cover and steam for a minute.
You’re probably thinking, “what the heck?” which is fair. However, contrary to popular belief, it is usually safe to drink up a raw egg and a lot of people do it!
Here is another interesting one that involves some raw egg. You use that (usually just the yolk), worcestershire sauce, vinegar, optional hot sauce and salt and pepper and you’ve got yourself an interesting little beverage!
If you’re looking for a different kind of egg-y drink, this might be a good option for you. This interesting cocktial is made with raw egg, whiskey, and Tabasco sauce. You can also switch the whiskey for vodka if that’s more your thing.
It’s very similar to the Spanish fried egg, except for this you have to specifically use olive oil, not butter. You can probably also used a little less olive oil. Just cook the egg in that and top with some salt and you’ve got a savory bomb of flavor.
55. Olive oil fried basted
If you’re thinking this sounds like a combo of fried and basted, you are correct. Crack the egg in a pan with olive oil and make sure to keep scooping the oil over on top.
56. Olive oil fried (steamed)
Cook the egg in olive oil as you normally would, but then add a tiny bit of water to the pan and cover so that it can steam. It’s a great little combo that will help cook the top of the egg more.
Ready to get fancy? Crack an egg on a salt block, over the stovetop, and then let it cook that way sunny side-up.
This is a great alternative to the not-as-healthy McMuffin that we love to order at McDonald’s. Crack an egg in the pan, sprinkle some salt, and then gently break the yolk just a little bit. Add some water to the pan and cover to let steam. It’ll come out looking just like the patty-esqe egg.
59. Low-and-slow scrambled
Much like the name suggests, you will want to cook these eggs on a low heat, slowly. It will take a longer time, but the soft, pillow-like result is so worth it.
60. Hot-and-fast scrambled
Conversely, if you’re looking for something a bit faster, cook this egg on a high heat and scramble it quickly.
Steaming whole eggs is great because unlike boiling, you don’t have to wait for a whole pot of water to boil to start. Also, every egg will get cooked evenly.
After your egg has been boiled for 8 minutes, pickle it in a mixture made up of vinegar, water, salt, sugar, and beets. Boil that mixture and pour it in a jar with the boiled eggs and wait for about 24 hours.
Mix cinnamon, peppercorns, cloves, fennel seeds, sugar, salt, soy sauce and tea in a pot on medium heat. Take boiled eggs and lightly crack them and then place them in that mixture for about 30 minutes. Then pour them in a jar, pour the liquid in there too, and let them marinade for a day. It’ll be spicy and delicious and even stained in a really cool way.
64. Cooked in tomato sauce
Have a hot tomato-based sauce cooking in a pan. Then create a well in the middle to add the egg and let the heat of the sauce cook it.
65. Grilled in George Foreman
Spray the grill with some nonstick spray and crack the egg in there. Boom, that’s it. It will probably be cooked all the way through and be a bit hard which isn’t ideal, but it’s an option.
Crack the egg onto a sheet pan and then cook it with a blowtorch. It won’t be great, but sometimes you gotta use what you got!
Beat your eggs, put some butter in the pan, pour the eggs in the pan and then start stirring constantly over a low heat. Once it started to form little curdles and a skin, carefully roll it up.
Crack an egg in open ramekin with some salt and cream and put it in the oven at 375 for 10-15 min.
What’s not to love about deep-fried things? Just crack an egg in the fryer (while being careful it doesn’t explode in your face).
Blend up your eggs and then pour them into a rack and close the door and turn on the dehydrator for about 6 hours. The result will kind of look like… Hard cheese.
Not an ideal option, but you can stick a skewer into an egg, pop it in the freezer, and then make an egg popsicle? We don’t know…
Dishwashers get hot and create steam… Right? Throw an egg in there! It’ll cook strangely, but be surprisingly not bad.
If you’re cooking some rice but want to turn it into more of a meal, try cracking an egg on top of the rice in the cooker. It might just come out perfect… Surprisingly!
Plop some eggs into a machine that is literally designed to cook eggs? Doesn’t sound like a crazy idea.
We’re never going to order scrambled eggs again.
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