How to make crispy fried egg in air fryer (2024)

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What kind of pan can I use in an air fryer?

There are many options for egg pans when cooking eggs in air fryer. The important thing is you’re using non-stick, oven-friendly cookware and it’s shallow so that the air can circulate.

• Shallow, non-stick baking tray
• Mini cast-iron skillet
• Mini pie pan, mini cake pan, or mini pizza pan
• Ramekins
• Disposable foil pans

Substitutions and variations

• Oil: It’s okay to use olive oil or butter for these airfryer eggs. Spray or grease the pan well and evenly so that the eggs don’t stick.
• Size of the egg: Cooking time varies depending on the size and the temperature of the egg. Smaller and more room-temperature eggs will have a shorter cooking time.
• Cookware: I recommend using a shallow, oven-friendly (heat-proof) bake tray/pan to allow the hot air to circulate efficiently. A mini cast iron pan is also great. If airfrying eggs in a ramekin, increase the total cook time by 1-2 minutes.
• Quantity: For a 6-quart air fryer, you can make up to 2 large fried eggs in the same tray or pan at once. If using ramekins, you can make as many as fit in your unit (typically 2-4).
• Seasonings: Add a touch of salt and ground black pepper or a small dash of coconut aminos or soy sauce with garlic chili sauce or Thai dipping sauce to airfry eggs and serve with rice!

How to make fried egg in air fryer

This air fryer egg recipe is ready in minutes with just a few simple steps—and clean-up is minimal! Here’s how to cook eggs in an air fryer:

1. Spray the pan with oil, place it in the fryer basket, and preheat it for 5 minutes.
2. Crack an egg into a small cup or bowl and carefully pour the egg onto the hot pan or tray.
3. Air fry for 3 minutes for a sunny side up or over-easy egg. If you prefer a medium egg yolk, add 1 minute to the cooking time. Use a spatula with a firm tip to remove the egg.

*Air fryer temp and time may vary based on your air fryer unit, on the size of the egg, and if the egg is cold (refrigerated) or room temperature before it hits the pan.

How long to cook fried eggs in air fryer oven (time and temp)

After preheating the air fryer at 400°F (204 °C) for 5 minutes, air fry the egg at 350°F (177°C). Here’s how long to cook eggs in air fryer for different yoke preferences:

• Runny yolk: 3 minutes
• Medium egg yolk: 4 minutes
• Firm egg yolk: 5 minutes
• For over easy eggs in air fryer (or over medium eggs/over hard eggs) cook as directed and then flip it with a spatula and cook for an additional minute.

Note: If using a ramekin when baking eggs in air fryer, increase the total cook time by extra 1-2 minutes to achieve the desired outcome.

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More related recipes

For more eggs in air fryer, try these air fryer deviled eggs! Perfect for parties or a fancy snack, this recipe uses the classic, creamy deviled egg filling but gives lots of fun variation ideas. Keep an eye out for air fryer scrambled eggs—coming soon!

And if you haven’t done so yet, be sure to save my handy air fryer cheat sheet with cooking times for all your favorite foods!

Umami Tips

• Preheat the air fryer with an empty bake pan inside. A hot pan = crispy egg whites!
• Use a suitable container, like an oven-friendly non-stick bake pan or ramekin.
• Grease the pan: Apply a light coating of cooking spray or oil to the container before adding your egg. Spray it evenly so the eggs don’t stick.
• For crispy fried egg in air fryer, select cookware with a low wall setting (i.e. shallow pan) so that the hot air can circulate efficiently.
• Monitor cooking time: Depending on the specific model of your air fryer, the cooking times and temperature may vary. Start by cooking your egg for about 2-3 minutes after preheating the air fryer basket.. Check and add more time if necessary.
• Season the egg: You can season the egg before or after cooking it. Salt, pepper, or my personal favorite – soy sauce/ coconut aminos!
• Take care when removing the eggs. Use a spatula with a firm edge to help you scoop out (release) the egg from the pan.

Keep in mind, air fryers can differ in terms of power and how they circulate air, so there will be some trial and error involved in getting your eggs just right. Start with these tips and adjust as needed based on your specific appliance and your personal taste preferences.

Fried egg in air fryer recipe

Learn how to make crispy fried egg in an air fryer with the best temp and time, including how long to cook an egg to crispy in and the correct pan to use for crispy egg every single time!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1egg, Calories: 91kcal, Carbohydrates: 0.4g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 186mg, Sodium: 71mg, Potassium: 69mg, Sugar: 0.2g, Vitamin A: 270IU, Calcium: 28mg, Iron: 1mg