Learn to make buttery and rich Fried-Boiled Eggs, a celebratory Egyptian dish!
First, the pyramids, and now this.
We have many reasons to pay homage to Egyptian culture. Today, let’s focus on Egyptian cuisine. Fried-boiled eggs, or as they are known in their home country, beid meza’lil, are a delicious introduction.
This recipe starts off fairly standard. You take a staple of diets worldwide—eggs—and boil them. Nothing new there, right? Here’s the fun part. After boiling the eggs, you fry them in butter. That’s all you need to do to enjoy perhaps the most indulgent version of the egg you’ve possibly ever had.
Beid meza’lil is a Coptic (Christian Egyptian) holiday dish served on Christmas and sometimes Easter. The dish is usually enjoyed to break the 43-day fast that leads to Christmas (celebrated on January 7th) and served with various meats, feta cheese, and fatta (a festive dish consisting of rice and meat). So, before you reach for a glass of eggnog or your kid’s Easter basket, discover a new culinary tradition instead! And, of course, no one is stopping you from making these year-round.
Are Fried-Boiled Eggs Healthy?
In general, eggs (a source of important vitamins such as B12 and D) are healthy but should definitely be eaten in moderation. Fried-boiled eggs are low-carb, keto, and gluten-free, and if you replace the butter with ghee, they are also acceptable for Paleo and Whole30 diets. But, as I said, this dish is an indulgent treat, so be sure not to overdo it.
How Should I Hard-Boil My Eggs?
Hard-boiled eggs can be prepared in several ways. While most would turn to a pot of boiling water, “newer” methods like steaming or cooking them in an air fryer have gained popularity. Both are hassle-free, require little time and equipment, and make peeling the eggs a cinch. The links above go over the process in detail.
How To Make Ahead And Store
You can definitely prep this recipe ahead. Simply boil the eggs and peel them within 24 hours before frying. To store your leftovers, let the eggs cool completely. Then, store the fried eggs in the fridge in an airtight container, where they should keep for up to 3 days. Gently reheat them in a pan or the microwave on low.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve these eggs for breakfast or as a topping on a salad, which means you have a number of options to serve alongside them. Other breakfast dishes include Low-Carb Keto Oatmeal, Blueberry Gluten-Free Greek Yogurt Waffles, and Air-Fryer Turkey Bacon. For salads, you can either serve them alongside a Mediterranean Low-Carb Broccoli Salad or even replace the eggs in this Asian Niçoise Salad.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 6 hard-boiled eggs peeled
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a heavy-based or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the peeled, boiled eggs to the pan with the hot butter and fry on all sides until they are golden brown.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove from the pan.
Tips & Notes:
- After removal from the pan, place the eggs on a paper towel to remove the excess grease.
- Frying should take about 3 minutes a side.
- Dry the eggs before you fry them to cut down on splattering when you add them to the pan.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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