Soft-Boiled Eggs & Avocado Toast with Chili Oil

Avocado toast rose from cafe counters to a global brunch staple, and this plate leans into that craze with jammy soft-boiled eggs. Creamy avocado on crisp sourdough gets a finishing slick of chili oil for gentle heat and crunch.

Serves 2 · 10 min prep · 10 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 480 cal
• 18g protein
• 32g carbs
• 34g fat
• 8g fiber

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Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 2 slices thick-sliced sourdough bread
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 tsp, divided kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp chili crisp or chili oil
• 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
• 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. 1Bring a medium saucepan of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Using a slotted spoon, gently lower the four eggs into the water. Set a timer for exactly 6 minutes 30 seconds for jammy yolks.
2. 2While the eggs cook, fill a bowl with ice water. When the timer ends, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice bath and chill for 2 minutes to stop the cooking.
3. 3Toast the sourdough slices in a toaster or in a dry skillet over medium heat until deep golden and crisp on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes total.
4. 4Halve the avocados, remove pits, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. Add lemon juice and kosher salt. Mash with a fork to a chunky-smooth consistency—leave some texture.
5. 5Peel the soft-boiled eggs carefully under cool running water. The shells should slip off easily; pat dry with a paper towel.
6. 6Spread the mashed avocado thickly and evenly over each toast slice, going all the way to the edges. Sprinkle with the remaining kosher salt and black pepper.
7. 7Place two peeled eggs on each avocado toast. Use a sharp knife to slice each egg in half so the jammy yolk spills slightly onto the avocado.
8. 8Drizzle chili crisp generously over the eggs and avocado. Finish with flaky sea salt, cilantro leaves, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately while the toast is still crisp and the yolks warm.