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Delicious Ways To Season Your Fried Eggs

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By SHELBY SLAVIK
A fried egg on top of a salad.
Butter
Butter can infuse your fried eggs with rich flavor while allowing them to get extra crispy for a satisfying fried crunch. Use high-quality butter for optimal results.
Butter slices on a plate.
It’s important to note that unsalted butter will allow you to control your final flavor more whereas salted butter is an extra decadent choice that packs plenty of flavor and fat.
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Chili Crisp
Chili crisp is sesame oil infused with toasted spices, peppers, and MSG. Heat it on a pan and crack your egg over it for a crunchy fried egg packed with smoky flavors.
Loose paprika powder.
Paprika
When used in fried eggs, paprika adds a satisfying warmth to the dish without being spicy. You can simply sprinkle paprika on top of your fried eggs.
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Alternatively, toast paprika in frying oil before adding the egg for more depth. Add salt, pepper, and a dash of smoked paprika for a slightly smoky, nutty-flavored fried egg.
Small bowls of salt and pepper.
Salt & Pepper
Using salt and pepper to season your fried eggs makes them extremely versatile, perfect for topping a variety of dishes such as burgers, rice bowls, and avocado toast.
Toast, bacon strips, and fried eggs on a plate.
Bacon Grease
For a hearty flavor, golden brown edges, and extra crispiness, fry eggs in bacon grease warmed in the same pan used for cooking bacon. Season with salt and pepper.