Every spring, I start planting my herb garden that I keep on the side of our house. Having herbs at arm’s reach is a must for me! This year, I mixed it up a bit! I have been into making my own hot tea with herbs, so I planted some sweet strawberry mint, pineapple sage, and thyme! And of course, I have the orginial OG’s, basil, parsley, cilantro, and chives. The other day, I made a yummy avocado toast using some of those fresh herbs. It was a hit with my hubby, so I thought I would share the reciepe with you today! He is a huge onion fan, so I pickled some red onions, and put a little twist on the classic avocado toast. Plus, you can make the pickled onions ahead of time!
Avocado Toast With Pickled Onions And Fried Egg
SERVES: 4 | PREP: 5 MINUTES | COOK: 15 MINUTES
W H A T Y A N E E D!
For the pickled onion
1 red onion, sliced very thinly
6 peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1 cup (8 fl. oz./250 ml) water
1 cup (8 fl. oz./250 ml) red wine vinegar
1/4 cup (2 oz./60 g) sugar
1 Tbs. kosher salt
2 avocados
1 Tbs. fresh lime juice (optional)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 slices whole-wheat bread, toasted
1 Tbs. unsalted butter
4 eggs
Flaky sea salt
Pink Peppercorn
Chopped fresh chives for garnish
B U S T O U T:
Small Mixing Bowl
Fry Pan
Small Saucepan
Fry Rings (optional)
I N S T R U C T I O N S
You can make this ahead of time! Yay!
To make the pickled onion, in a heatproof bowl, combine the onion, peppercorns and bay leaf. In a small saucepan over high heat, combine the water, vinegar, sugar and salt and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt. Pour over the onion and let cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 1 week before using.
Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Using a spoon, carefully take out the avocado. Gently slice and fan out. Guests will think your fancy! Spread the 1/2 avocado over the toast slices. I do one half per toast. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice. I like to use pink peppercorns and black lava salt to add color and a different taste profile.
Heat your frying pan over medium heat. Add the butter to the pan. When the butter foams, place 4 egg fry rings on the griddle and crack an egg into each one. Cook until the whites are set and the yolks have begun to thicken but are still soft, about 4 minutes, or until done to your liking. Liftoff the rings and top each avocado toast with a fried egg.
*Beijos Kitchen Tip: If you take a mesh sleeve and crack your egg into it and allow the excess whites to come off, it will help create the perfect egg!
Drain the pickled onion and top the toasts with the onion, dividing it evenly. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and pink peppercorns, garnish with chives and serve immediately.
xx
Abby
