Hello lovelies, today, I am gone be sharing a simple Lebanese egg recipe. I am certain that most of you know how to fry an egg, and most of you have egg recipes you turn to again and again. Looking to liven up your classic fried eggs with an unexpected kick? The fried eggs are loaded with flavor, thanks to the sumac, olive oil and garlic.  Watch the video tutorial to learn how to make it!

Lebanese Fried Eggs with Garlic and Sumac (video)

When I am short of time and haven’t been grocery shopping in a while, Lebanese style fried eggs with garlic and sumac comes to mind for a quick lunch or dinner, though eggs are a breakfast food, I think they are satisfying any time of the day.

• Use a large nonstick pan, about 12 inches/ 30 cm to accomodate the eggs; a nonstick skillet will make it easier for you lifting out your eggs.

How to make Fried Eggs with Garlic and Sumac?

First off, dilute sumac with water. In a large skillet over high heat, add the olive oil and swirl the pan to cover its base. Wait until the oil shimmers a bit, then add the garlic and the sliced chili pepper and give a quick stir, turn down the heat to medium and cook for about 30 seconds, making sure not to burn the garlic. Sautee for 30 seconds until the garlic releases its aroma, but do not burn, burning will negatively affect the taste. Delicately crack the eggs one at a time in a small ramekin and gently slide them into the olive oil garlic mix. Let the eggs cook until the edges are slightly crispy and lacy, and the egg whites are set but the yolks are a still a bit runny, it takes about 2-3 minutes for me, but finally everyone seems to have a different opinions on how exactly they cook their fried eggs; turn the heat to low and spread the egg yolks with the back of a spoon in a circular motion to intentionally flatten the egg yolks, unless you prefer sunny side up eggs! Add salt to your taste preference and randomly drizzle the diluted sumac on top of the eggs.  Have your plates ready, since eggs cook quicky. Using a spatula, separate the eggs and transfer them a to plate or individual plates.

What to serve with “Fried Eggs with Garlic and Sumac”?

To make it an ideal Lebanese breakfast, serve “Fried Eggs with Garlic and Sumac” with tomatoes wedges, cucumber slices, olives, Lebanese bread and a cup of tea; or serve it over toasted white bread, or even add it to burgers. or avocado toast! If you are following a low carb diet, serve it with Dr Berg’s keto bread. Toast the bread and enjoy it. I have made this bread several times and result is always a great success.

More Lebanese breakfast

• Kaak alasreya/ Kaak/ Lebanese Street Bread
• Zalabia
• Manakeesh /manakish /manaeesh
• Lebanese Sweet Kaak
• Meshtah
• Labneh
• Shanklish
• Labneh Balls
• Jibneh baladi (baladieh)
• Lebanese bread
• Bread Knafeh
• Foul Medames

• Author: Hadia Zebib Khanafer
• Prep time: 3 minutes  
• Cook time: 2-3 minutes
• Servings: 2 persons

Ingredients

• 5 eggs
• 1 teaspoon sumac
• 1 tablespoon water
• 4 large garlic cloves
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1/2 chili pepper, sliced optional, but recommended
• Salt to taste

Directions:

1. In a small ramekin, dilute sumac with water and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over high heat, add the olive oil and swirl the pan to cover the base of the pan. Wait until the oil shimmers a bit, then add the garlic and the sliced chili pepper and give a quick stir, turn down the heat to medium and cook for about 30 seconds, making sure not to burn the garlic.
3. Delicately crack the eggs one at a time in a small ramekin and gently slide them into the olive oil garlic mix. Let the eggs cook until the edges are slightly crispy and lacy and the egg whites are set but the yolks are a still a bit runny, it takes about 2-3 minutes; turn the heat to low and spread the egg yolks with the back of a spoon in a circular motion to intentionally flatten the egg yolks, unless you prefer sunny side up eggs! Add salt to your taste preference and randomly drizzle the diluted sumac on top of the eggs.  Have your plates ready, since eggs cook quicky.
4. Using a spatula, seperate the eggs and transfer them a to plate; serve with tomatoes wedges, cucumber slices, olives and Lebanese bread, or serve over a toasted white bread, or even add it to burgers. or avocado toast! Enjoy!

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