How to Make a Perfect Fried Egg in the Airfryer

TLDRLearn how to make a delicious fried egg in the airfryer with this easy recipe. Just spray a cake pan with cooking spray, crack an egg into it, and cook in the airfryer at 375°F for 3-5 minutes. The result is a perfectly cooked fried egg with a runny yolk. Enjoy!

Key insights

🍳Making a fried egg in the airfryer is super easy and doesn't require flipping or monitoring.

🔥Cooking the egg in the airfryer gives it a crispy edge and a perfectly runny yolk.

🥄You can use various oils or cooking sprays to prevent the egg from sticking to the pan.

🌡️Setting the airfryer to 375°F or 176°C is recommended for medium heat cooking.

⏱️The cooking time for a fried egg in the airfryer is usually between 3 and 5 minutes.

Q&A

Can I cook multiple eggs at once in the airfryer?

Yes, depending on the size of your pan, you can cook two or three eggs at a time.

How can I ensure the egg doesn't stick to the pan?

You can either spray the pan with cooking spray or lightly coat it with cooking oil before adding the egg.

Can I cook the fried egg with the airfryer lid open?

It is recommended to cook the fried egg with the airfryer lid closed for even cooking.

How can I make the egg yolk more well done?

You can cook the fried egg for a longer time to achieve a more well-done yolk.

Can I use a different size of cake pan for cooking the fried egg?

Yes, you can use a larger or smaller cake pan depending on your preference.

Timestamped Summary

00:02Introduction to the recipe and the host, Matt Taylor.

00:14Ingredients needed are a cake pan and eggs.

00:26Spray the cake pan with cooking spray or coat it with cooking oil.

01:05Crack an egg into the cake pan.

02:09Preheat the airfryer and place the cake pan inside.

03:07Check the doneness of the fried egg and cook for additional time if needed.

03:28Remove the fried egg from the pan.

03:56Final presentation of the fried egg and closing remarks.