A simple fried egg cooked in melted butter or a neutral oil is a classic for a reason: It adds crispy-edged oomph without interrupting the flavor of whatever’s already on the plate.
While we love a good basic egg for its satisfying familiarity, why not expand your horizons? We now live in a time when there are endless ingredients you can use to fry your eggs to infuse them with different flavors, personality, and crispiness every time.