Sunny-Side Egg and Tomato Panini Recipe
This Fried Egg Tomato Panini features sunny-side up eggs and fresh tomatoes layered between crispy bread, making for a delightful breakfast or snack. It's quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 medium ripe tomato thinly sliced
- 2 slices sourdough or ciabatta bread
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- optional fresh basil leaves for garnish
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese optional
Instructions
- Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Crack eggs into the skillet and cook sunny-side up for 3-4 minutes.
- Season eggs with salt and pepper to taste.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice of bread, layer tomato slices and fried eggs.
- If using, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the eggs and add basil leaves.
- Top with the second slice of bread, mayonnaise side facing outward.
- Grill the panini in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing.
- Serve warm and enjoy your panini!
Notes
For added creaminess, consider using mozzarella cheese.