Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 eggs
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: red pepper flakes, sliced tomatoes, chopped cilantro
Special equipment needed:
- Pot for boiling eggs
- Toaster or toaster oven
- Fork and knife
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and gently place the eggs in the water. Boil for 6-7 minutes for a soft-boiled egg, or 10-12 minutes for a hard-boiled egg.
2. While the eggs are boiling, toast the bread to your desired level of crispiness.
3. Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh into a bowl and mash it with a fork. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
4. Once the eggs are done boiling, remove them from the pot and place them in a bowl of cold water to cool down. Once cooled, peel the eggs and slice them in half.
5. Spread the mashed avocado onto the toasted bread slices.
6. Place the egg halves on top of the avocado toast.
7. Sprinkle with additional salt, pepper, and any optional toppings you desire.
8. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Boil the eggs in a pot of boiling water.
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 2 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 14g
- Fiber: 9g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of bread, you can use a bagel, English muffin, or pita.
- Instead of lemon juice, you can use lime juice or vinegar.
- Instead of red pepper flakes, you can use hot sauce or paprika.
Variations:
- Add sliced tomatoes or chopped cilantro on top of the avocado toast.
- Use a different type of bread, such as sourdough or rye.
- Add a slice of cheese on top of the avocado toast.
Tips and tricks:
- To make peeling the eggs easier, crack the shells by gently tapping them on a hard surface and then rolling them between your hands.
- Make sure the avocado is ripe and soft for easier mashing.
- If you prefer a runny yolk, boil the eggs for 6-7 minutes.
Storage instructions:
- This recipe is best served fresh and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
- This recipe is best served fresh and should not be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the avocado toast on a plate with a side of sliced fruit or a small salad.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, sliced tomatoes, or chopped cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Sliced fruit or a small salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the avocado is too hard to mash, microwave it for 10-15 seconds to soften it.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the eggs are fully cooked before eating.
Food history:
- Avocado toast has become a popular breakfast and brunch dish in recent years, with variations popping up on menus all over the world.
Flavor profiles:
- Creamy avocado pairs well with the rich, savory flavor of boiled eggs.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the avocado toast on a plate with a side of sliced fruit or a small salad.
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