LifestyleRecipesFried eggs can often come out the pan greasy and even soggy if you use the wrong cooking oil, but it will come up so much crispier with a ingredient that is easily available at the supermarket.10:19, 30 Jun 2026Nothing beats a fried egg with perfectly crispy edges and a gloriously jammy yolk, yet it can easily fall apart if you cook it with the wrong ingredients. Fried eggs should be relatively straightforward to prepare, but I used to dread making them because the yolk would break all too easily and the whites would turn out limp or even greasy-looking.‌I'm passionate about cooking and couldn't fathom how I was getting such a basic fried egg wrong, until I discovered that switching away from olive oil produces a far superior texture. Food is commonly fried in olive oil or butter, as these are standard kitchen staples that most people have readily available, but they actually have a low smoke point.‌This means they cannot withstand high temperatures without burning, and after experimenting with several recipes, I've found that fried eggs turn out considerably tastier when you make the switch to avocado oil instead.‌Fried eggs can frequently be tricky to cook, as the whites tend to set remarkably quickly, and if your pan isn't sufficiently hot, they'll come out soft rather than crisping up properly.This can often cause the oil to seep into the whites, making them unpleasantly soggy, leading many people to cook their fried egg for longer than necessary.‌Extending the cooking time won't actually resolve the issue, as the edges will have already set, meaning you risk the edges becoming charred while the remaining whites stay pale and soft.Avocado oil is simply superior for frying eggs because it can withstand the high temperatures required for crispy edges without smoking or deteriorating as rapidly as alternative oils.How to achieve a crispier fried egg‌I typically incorporate a seasoning such as smoked paprika into the oil before cracking my eggs into the pan, as it infuses the oil with additional flavour.This culinary technique is known as blooming, and it enables the seasoning to permeate every portion of the egg rather than merely the surface.Introducing herbs or spices to the oil before cooking will also encourage it to adhere to the edges of the egg, meaning you're more likely to achieve an even crispier fried egg. Nevertheless, this approach is entirely optional and you needn't employ it to cook a fried egg correctly.Article continues belowIngredientsOne large eggOne teaspoon of avocado oilSmoked paprika (optional)Salt and pepperMethodTo start, pour the avocado oil into a frying pan and position on a medium heat. Once the oil is simmering, introduce the smoked paprika, or you can incorporate any alternative seasoning you prefer.Use a wooden spoon to blend the seasoning into the hot oil for approximately 10 seconds. The oil may be sizzling and smell aromatic, but take care not to stir it too extensively otherwise it will scorch.Then, crack an egg into a small bowl and carefully slide it into the frying pan. This helps the egg maintain its form while cooking and is less likely to break apart in the pan.Season the egg with salt and pepper, then allow it to cook for two to three minutes. During the final minute of cooking, position a lid on top of the pan to assist in cooking the yolk.Take the egg out of the pan once the whites are a brilliant white and the yolk remains runny, and your fried egg should turn out perfectly crispy while tasting far better than it ordinarily would.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌FoodRecipes