"If you're a fan of over-hard eggs, you might not realize that you're in the minority. When it comes to making fried eggs, Americans overwhelmingly opt to cook them over easy or over medium, according to Pantry and Larder. But if the thought of any runny yolk is off putting, then over hard (also known as over well) is the only way to go."
"Don't be tempted to crank up the heat on your eggs, but instead add a splash of water to the pan. This creates steam in the pan that will help the yolk cook more quickly. Simply add the water before flipping so that you can keep an eye on the progress. Once the yolk reaches over-medium doneness, flipping the egg will then finish it off."
"Over-hard eggs might not be the most popular way to cook eggs, but they do have their place. An over-hard egg can be the best option for a tasty breakfast sandwich that doesn't drip, or if you want to take an egg sandwich for lunch (runny yolk left at room temperature is not ideal). They are also great for chopping and adding to stir fries or salads."
Most Americans prefer over-easy or over-medium fried eggs, while over-hard (over-well) yields a fully set yolk for those who dislike runniness. Browning on the bottom before the yolk sets can be avoided by adding a splash of water to the pan to produce steam, which accelerates yolk cooking; add the water before flipping and flip once the yolk reaches over-medium. For sunny-side-up eggs without runniness, cover the pan after adding water so steam cooks the yolk through. Over-hard eggs suit non-drippy breakfast sandwiches, packed lunches, chopped additions to stir-fries or salads, and are safest for pregnancy.
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