Hereschef J. Kenji Lopez-Altsmethod for making a fried egg that perfectly balances crispy egg whites with a creamy yolk.

Lopez-Alt ofSerious Eatssuggests if you want a fluffy, delicate egg, just poach it instead.

If you want arealfried egg, Lopez-Alt demonstrates his favorite technique in the video above fromhis YouTube channel.

Swirl the pan to distribute the oil, carefully add the egg, and season with salt and pepper.

The egg white should be bubbling in the hot oil.

Remove the crispy egg from the pan with a wood spatula and serve.

It will be cratered, bubbly, and actually taste fried.

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