Panko Crumbed Poached Eggs with Avocado and Feta Recipe
This Panko Crumbed Poached Eggs recipe offers a delicious twist on classic poached eggs by coating them in crispy panko crumbs and lightly frying until golden. Served atop creamy avocado toast with crumbled feta and a sprinkle of chili flakes and sea salt, this dish is perfect for an indulgent breakfast or brunch that’s both visually appealing and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Eggs and Coating
- 2 eggs (for poaching)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- ⅓ cup panko crumbs
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
Frying
- 750 ml neutral oil for frying (sunflower, peanut, canola, vegetable, etc.)
Serving
- Toasted bread
- Avocado
- Feta cheese (or goat cheese)
- Chilli flakes
- Sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Prepare Ice Bath: Fill a bowl with cold water and add a handful of ice cubes to create an ice bath. This will stop the eggs from cooking further after poaching.
- Simmer Water: Bring a small pot of water to a low simmer and add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to help the egg whites coagulate.
- Poach Eggs: Crack each egg individually into a small bowl, then gently slip them into the simmering water. Poach each egg for 1 minute and 30 seconds until the egg whites are just cooked enough to hold the yolk together. Carefully transfer eggs to the ice bath to halt cooking.
- Dry and Coat Eggs: Once cooled, gently pat the eggs dry with a paper towel, removing any excess egg white strands. Lightly coat each egg with plain flour, then dip into the beaten egg wash, and finally roll them in the panko crumbs. Handle gently to avoid breaking the yolk.
- Heat Oil and Fry Eggs: Heat the neutral frying oil to a high temperature, about 180-190°C (350-375°F). Test the oil by dropping a few panko crumbs in; they should sizzle vigorously. Carefully add the crumbed eggs and fry for 60 to 90 seconds until golden and crispy on the outside.
- Assemble and Serve: Place the fried crumbed poached eggs on toasted bread topped with smashed avocado and crumbled feta cheese. Sprinkle with chili flakes and sea salt flakes to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for best poaching results and to ensure the whites hold well.
- Maintain the oil at high temperature when frying to achieve a crisp crust without absorbing excess oil.
- You can substitute feta with goat cheese or your preferred crumbly cheese.
- Be gentle when handling the poached eggs to prevent breaking the soft yolks.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture of the crumb coating.
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