Oeufs Au Plat

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
2%
Oeufs Au Plat
45 min.
1
198kcal

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Discover the delightful simplicity of Oeufs Au Plat, a classic French-style sunny-side-up egg dish that combines elegance with straightforward preparation. Perfectly suitable for vegetarians and those following a gluten-free or low FODMAP diet, this recipe is a fantastic option for a light side dish or a satisfying solo meal. At just 198 calories per serving, indulge guilt-free while savoring the rich flavors and textures.

The secret to achieving perfectly cooked eggs lies in the method—using a room-temperature skillet and gentle heat ensures each egg white cooks evenly while the yolk remains beautifully runny. Imagine cutting into the vibrant golden yolk, which cascades over a bed of greens or your favorite sides, creating a deliciously rich sauce that elevates even the simplest of plates.

With only three main ingredients—softened butter, fresh eggs, and salt—this recipe emphasizes the beauty of quality staples. Cooking Oeufs Au Plat allows you to immerse yourself in the art of egg preparation, embracing both the techniques and the tantalizing aroma that wafts through your kitchen as they cook. Enjoy these eggs alongside Green Onion Sausage and Shrimp Gravy for a complete meal experience, or simply on their own for a stunning, flavorful breakfast or brunch. Dive into the deliciousness of Oeufs Au Plat, and impress your taste buds with this uncomplicated yet sophisticated dish.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • pinches salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Rub a room-temperature 9-inch skillet with the butter.
  2. Place the skillet on the burner without turning it on. Crack the eggs into the skillet on opposite sides of the pan from each other.
  3. Turn the heat on to medium-low and cook the eggs until the whites have coagulated and turned opaque. Season the eggs with salt and serve with Green Onion Sausage and Shrimp Gravy, if you like.
  4. Reprinted with permission from My New Orleans: The Cookbook, by John Besh., © September 2009 Andrews McMeel Publishing

Nutrition Facts

Calories198kcal
Protein22.85%
Fat75.84%
Carbs1.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
8.4752174939798%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:197.54kcal
9.88%
Fat:16.48g
25.35%
Saturated Fat:7.89g
49.34%
Carbohydrates:0.64g
0.21%
Net Carbohydrates:0.64g
0.23%
Sugar:0.33g
0.37%
Cholesterol:348.86mg
116.29%
Sodium:964.42mg
41.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.17g
22.35%
Selenium:27.12µg
38.74%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
23.86%
Phosphorus:176.64mg
17.66%
Vitamin A:725.1IU
14.5%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.6%
Vitamin B12:0.8µg
13.34%
Vitamin D:1.76µg
11.73%
Folate:41.66µg
10.41%
Iron:1.55mg
8.6%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.71%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.64%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.5%
Calcium:52.16mg
5.22%
Potassium:124mg
3.54%
Copper:0.06mg
3.2%
Magnesium:10.78mg
2.7%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.38%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.33%
Source:Epicurious