Save A vibrant, nourishing breakfast featuring creamy avocado on crisp toast, topped with a perfectly poached egg and a hint of heat from chili flakes.
I love making this recipe on weekend mornings when I want something healthy yet satisfying to start the day.
Ingredients
- Bread: 2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
- Avocado: 1 ripe avocado, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, salt to taste, freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Eggs: 2 large eggs, 1 tablespoon white vinegar (for poaching water)
- Topping: ½ teaspoon chili flakes, 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley chopped (optional)
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Instructions
- Toast Bread:
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Mash Avocado:
- Halve the avocado, remove the pit, scoop the flesh into a bowl, add lemon juice salt and pepper then mash to desired consistency.
- Prepare Poaching Water:
- Bring a medium saucepan of water to a gentle simmer and add white vinegar.
- Poach Eggs:
- Crack each egg into a small bowl swirl the water then gently slide in the eggs one at a time poach for 2 to 3 minutes until whites set but yolks runny remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Assemble Toast:
- Spread mashed avocado evenly over toasted bread.
- Add Poached Eggs:
- Top each slice with a poached egg.
- Finish:
- Sprinkle with chili flakes and chopped herbs if using serve immediately.
Save This recipe is a family favorite especially on slow weekend mornings when everyone gathers around the kitchen table.
Notes
For extra flavor add sliced radishes cherry tomatoes or a drizzle of olive oil. Sourdough or rye bread adds extra character. Adjust chili flakes to taste or substitute with freshly ground black pepper for a milder version.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan small bowl saucepan slotted spoon paper towels knife
Nutritional Information
Calories 310 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 13 g per serving
Save This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for breakfast or brunch any day of the week.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I poach eggs perfectly?
Use simmering water with a tablespoon of vinegar to help whites coagulate. Crack eggs gently and poach 2-3 minutes for runny yolks.
- → What bread works best for this dish?
Whole grain or sourdough toasted until crisp provides the ideal sturdy base with great flavor.
- → Can I adjust the spiciness of the chili flakes?
Yes, sprinkle less chili flakes or substitute with freshly ground pepper for milder heat.
- → How do I keep avocado from browning?
Mash avocado with lemon juice which slows oxidation and preserves freshness and color.
- → Are there alternatives to fresh herbs for topping?
You can use dried herbs or omit them entirely; fresh cilantro or parsley adds a bright herbal note.
