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Top down view of a fried egg with crispy lacey edges and melted yellow cheddar for a Spicy Chipotle Egg Breakfast Sandwich.

Spicy Chipotle Egg Breakfast Sandwich with Crispy Lacey Edges

This Spicy Chipotle Egg Breakfast Sandwich features a buttery toasted brioche bun, smoky chipotle aioli, and a perfectly fried egg with crispy lacey edges and melted sharp cheddar cheese. A gourmet breakfast ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 Brioche Bun Split and toasted
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter 14g, for toasting
  • 1 large Egg Fresh
  • 1 tbsp Neutral Oil 15ml, for frying
  • 1 slice Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese Thick cut
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise 60g
  • 1 tsp Chipotle Peppers in Adobo 5ml, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Scallions Finely chopped
  • 1/4 tsp Cracked Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • 1 Non-stick Skillet Or cast iron for better browning.
  • 1 Small mixing bowl For the aioli.
  • 1 Metal Spatula For flipping the egg.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk mayonnaise and minced chipotle peppers together in a small bowl until pale-orange and smooth.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Toast brioche halves cut-side down until golden-brown.
  3. Heat oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Crack the egg into the shimmering oil. Fry until edges are brown and lacey.
  4. Place cheddar on the egg and cover with a lid for 30 seconds until the cheese droops over the sides.
  5. Spread sauce on both buns, add the egg, garnish with scallions and pepper, and serve hot.

Notes

Ensure the oil is shimmering hot before adding the egg to get the crispy lacey edges.
Use high-quality brioche for the best structural support.