Open Face Eggcellent Fried Sammiches
Start your day with a burst of flavor by indulging in these Open Face Eggcellent Fried Sammiches! Perfectly toasted slices of rustic sourdough bread serve as the base for creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and luscious sunny-side-up eggs with runny yolks. Topped with a generous sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese—lightly melted to perfection—and a vibrant garnish of fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes, this recipe delivers a balance of rich, savory, and fresh flavors in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this irresistible open-face breakfast or brunch dish is as visually stunning as it is satisfying. Whether you're hosting a weekend gathering or treating yourself to something special, these sammiches are sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces thick slices of rustic bread (sourdough or artisan)
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 medium ripe avocado, sliced
- 6 pieces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt.
Place the slices of rustic bread in the skillet and toast them on one side for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and toast the other side for another 2 minutes. Remove the bread from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the olive oil and remaining tablespoon of butter. Heat until the butter has melted and starts to sizzle.
Gently crack the eggs into the skillet, being careful not to break the yolks. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny (for sunny side up). Sprinkle the eggs with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
While the eggs cook, prepare the toppings. Arrange the slices of avocado and halved cherry tomatoes on top of the toasted bread.
Carefully transfer one fried egg onto each slice of prepared bread, placing it directly over the avocado and tomatoes.
Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the eggs. If desired, place the sandwiches under a broiler for 1–2 minutes to lightly melt the cheese.
Garnish the sammiches with fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of spice, if using.
Serve immediately while warm, cutting each slice in half for easier handling if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.2 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.0 g | 235% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 2860 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.4 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 59.8 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 936 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1290 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
