Lebanese Fried Eggs

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I am going to share a simple yet delicious Lebanese fried egg recipe that brings an unexpected twist to your everyday eggs! I know most of you already know how to fry an egg and probably have your favorite egg recipes that you turn to again and again. But if you are looking to liven up your classic fried eggs, this Lebanese version is well worth trying. The eggs are infused with the bold, tangy flavor of sumac, the richness of extra virgin olive oil, and the aromatic goodness of garlic. Simple ingredients, incredible flavor! Watch the video tutorial to learn how to make these delicious Lebanese-style fried eggs at home.

How to Make Fried Eggs with Garlic and Sumac

First, dilute the sumac with water and set it aside.

In a large skillet over high heat, add the olive oil and swirl the pan to coat the bottom. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the garlic and sliced chili pepper. Give everything a quick stir, then reduce the heat to medium and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until the garlic releases its aroma. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can turn bitter and negatively affect the flavor of the dish.

Carefully crack the eggs, one at a time, into a small ramekin, then gently slide them into the garlic-infused olive oil. Let the eggs cook for 2–3 minutes, or until the whites are set and the edges are slightly crispy and lacy, while the yolks remain a little runny. Cooking times may vary depending on how you like your fried eggs.

Reduce the heat to low. If you prefer your eggs with flattened yolks rather than sunny-side up, use the back of a spoon to gently spread each yolk in a circular motion. Season with salt to taste, then randomly drizzle the diluted sumac over the eggs.

Have your serving plates ready, as eggs cook quickly! Using a spatula, carefully separate the eggs and transfer them to one large serving plate or individual plates. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Plate of Lebanese fried eggs with garlic and sumac .

What to Serve with Fried Eggs with Garlic and Sumac

To turn these Lebanese fried eggs with garlic and sumac into a traditional Lebanese breakfast, serve them with tomato wedges, cucumber slices, olives, fresh Lebanese bread, and a cup of tea. You can also serve the eggs over toasted white bread, add them to burgers, or enjoy them on avocado toast for a delicious twist!

A Low-Carb Serving Idea

If you are following a low-carb diet, try serving these fried eggs with my Zaatar and Sumac Keto Bread. Simply toast the bread and enjoy! I have made this bread several times, and it has always turned out beautifully.

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Lebanese Fried Eggs with Garlic and Sumac

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Prep: 3 minutes
Cook: 3 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 1
Course
Breakfast

MAIN DISHES
Cuisine
#Middle Eastern

Lebanese

Description

These Lebanese fried eggs with garlic and sumac are a simple yet flavorful twist on classic fried eggs. Cooked in olive oil with aromatic garlic, a touch of chili, and tangy sumac, they make a delicious breakfast or light meal. Serve them with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, olives, warm Lebanese bread, and a cup of tea for an authentic Lebanese breakfast, or enjoy them over toast or avocado toast for a tasty twist.

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet

Ingredients
 

  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon sumac
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 4 large garlic cloves sliced
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ chili pepper sliced (optional, but highly recommended)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Dilute the sumac: In a small ramekin, mix 1 teaspoon of sumac with 1 tablespoon of water and set it aside.
  • Sauté the aromatics: Heat ¼ cup of olive oil in a large skillet over high heat, swirling the pan to fully coat the base. Once the oil shimmers, add the 4 sliced garlic cloves and ½ sliced chili pepper. Give them a quick stir, immediately lower the heat to medium, and cook for about 30 seconds. Watch closely to make sure the garlic does not burn.
  • Fry the eggs: Delicately crack the 5 eggs one by one into a small ramekin and gently slide them into the hot garlic and oil mixture. Let them cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges turn slightly crispy and lacy, and the whites are fully set while the yolks remain runny.
  • Break the yolks and season: Lower the heat to low. Use the back of a spoon to gently break and spread the egg yolks in a circular motion to flatten them (leave them whole if you prefer traditional sunny-side-up eggs). Season with salt to taste and randomly drizzle the diluted sumac over the top. Have your serving plates ready, as the eggs finish cooking very quickly.
  • Serve: Use a spatula to separate the eggs and transfer them to a plate. Serve immediately alongside tomato wedges, fresh cucumber slices, olives, and warm Lebanese bread. They are also incredible served over toasted white bread, on top of avocado toast, or layered into breakfast burgers! Enjoy!

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