Chilli-and-Olive-Oil-Fried Egg With Avocado and Sprouts
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This vibrant vegetarian dish offers a contemporary twist on the classic fried egg breakfast. By frying the eggs in a generous amount of olive oil, you achieve beautifully lacy, crisp edges that contrast perfectly with the rich, runny yolks and spicy chilli flakes. It is a texturally diverse meal that feels both indulgent and nourishing, making it a sophisticated choice for a weekend brunch or a quick, flavourful midweek supper.
Fresh sprouts and lime juice provide a bright, zesty crunch to balance the heat of the chilli oil and the creaminess of the avocado. Using sprouted grain tortillas adds a pleasant nuttiness, while crumbly feta provides a salty finish. Serve these eggs immediately while the edges are still crunchy, and don't forget extra lime wedges for squeezing over the top to enhance the fresh flavours.
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Ingredients for Chilli-and-Olive-Oil-Fried Egg With Avocado and Sprouts
1 cup sprouts (such as sunflower, radish, or alfalfa)
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large eggs
Crushed red pepper flakes
2 sprouted grain tortillas or flatbreads
Hot sauce (for serving)
30g feta
Avocado slices and lime wedges (for serving)
How to make Chilli-and-Olive-Oil-Fried Egg With Avocado and Sprouts
Back to contentsToss sprouts with lime juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. When oil is hot, crack both eggs into skillet and season with salt and pepper. Oil should be bubbling around eggs from the start. Cook, rotating skillet occasionally, until whites are golden brown and crisp at the edges and set around the yolk (which should be runny), about 2 minutes. Add red pepper flakes to oil and remove pan from heat. Meanwhile, heat tortillas over a gas burner until just warmed and slightly charred in spots (or warm in the oven or a toaster oven).
Mound sprouts on tortillas and top with fried eggs. Spoon chilli oil from skillet around and drizzle with hot sauce. Crumble feta over, and serve with avocado slices, lime wedges, and more hot sauce.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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28 Jan 2026 | Originally published
Authored by:
UK recipe editors
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UK recipe editors

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