Egg & Avocado Toast

• •2 Large ripe avocados
• •4 slices Good quality bread (sourdough or whole grain recommended)
• •4 Large eggs
• •2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• •1 tablespoon Fresh lime or lemon juice
• •1 teaspoon Sea salt
• •1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• •1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• •2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro or chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the avocado mash: Halve the avocados, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl. Add the lime or lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mash with a fork to your desired consistency – chunky or smooth.

2. 2

   Toast the bread: Toast the bread slices in a toaster or a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crisp. A well-toasted slice provides a good base for the avocado.

3. 3

   Cook the eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Carefully crack the eggs into the pan, ensuring they don't touch. Cook sunny-side up until the whites are fully set but the yolks are still perfectly runny, about 2-3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. For over-easy eggs, carefully flip and cook for another 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Assemble the toast: Drizzle each toasted bread slice with a little olive oil, if desired. Spread a generous layer of the mashed avocado evenly over each slice.

5. 5

   Serve immediately: Carefully place one perfectly cooked egg on top of each avocado toast. Garnish with additional red pepper flakes and fresh chopped cilantro or chives, if using. Serve warm.

Chef's Tips

• 💡Choosing ripe avocados is key: they should yield slightly to gentle pressure. If unripe, they will be hard; if overripe, they will be very soft and bruised.
• 💡For perfectly runny yolks, ensure your skillet isn't too hot, and don't overcrowd the pan when cooking eggs. Cook them in batches if necessary.
• 💡Don't skimp on seasoning the avocado! Salt, pepper, and a touch of acid from lime or lemon juice bring out the best flavor.
• 💡Experiment with different types of bread; a hearty sourdough or a multi-grain bread provides a great texture contrast to the creamy avocado and egg.
• 💡For extra flavor, you can rub a cut garlic clove over the toasted bread before adding the avocado.