Recipe: Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of whole grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar (for poaching eggs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh herbs such as parsley or chives, chopped (optional)
- Cherry tomatoes, sliced (optional)
Instructions:
Toast the Bread:
- Toast the slices of whole grain bread to your desired level of crispiness.
Prepare the Avocado:
- Cut the ripe avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh into a small bowl. Use a fork to mash the avocado until smooth.
Poach the Eggs:
- Fill a medium-sized saucepan with water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add the white vinegar to the water.
- Crack each egg into a small bowl or ramekin. Carefully slide each egg into the simmering water. Poach the eggs for about 3-4 minutes for soft yolks or longer for firmer yolks.
- Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the poached eggs from the water and drain them on a paper towel.
Assemble the Avocado Toast:
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly onto the toasted bread slices.
- Place a poached egg on top of each slice of avocado toast.
Season and Garnish:
- Season the avocado toast with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or chives, if desired.
- Add sliced cherry tomatoes on top for extra freshness and flavor, if desired.
Serve:
- Serve the avocado toast with poached eggs immediately while still warm.
Enjoy!
- Enjoy this delicious and nutritious avocado toast with perfectly poached eggs for a satisfying breakfast or brunch. The creamy avocado pairs perfectly with the runny yolks, making it a delightful and healthy meal to start your day.
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