the Breville Test Kitchen
Smashed Avo with Poached Egg and Chilli Crisp
Brunch gets an upgrade with a fiery little twist. Creamy smashed avo, perfectly poached eggs and a generous drizzle of chilli crisp oil bring heat, crunch and serious flavour to this cafe classic. The Breville Eye Q Toaster ensures sourdough is toasted to crispy perfection on the outside while staying soft inside, making it avo toast with attitude.
the Eye Q™ Auto 4 Slice
+1 more appliance
20 mins total time
20 mins active time
Easy
Serves 2
Ingredients
Measurements:
1 large avocadohalved, seed removed and peeled
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp sea salt
Freshly ground black pepperto season
2 tbsp white vinegar
2 large eggs
2 slices sourdough bread
2 tbsp chilli crisp oil
2 tbsp fried shallots
Instructions
- 1Place a medium saucepan of water over high heat and bring to a boil.
- 2Meanwhile, place the avocado, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl, using the back of a fork, mash the avocado.
- 3Once the water has boiled, add the vinegar and return to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer. Crack the eggs into 2 small bowls, gently swirl the water with a spoon, add the eggs and simmer for 2 minutes, or until the eggs are poached to your liking. Using a slotted spoon, remove the eggs from the water and drain on paper towels.
- 4Meanwhile, place the bread in the toaster, then press and hold the Start button until it illuminates blue to toast.Tip: Select your preferred toasting shade.
- 5Spoon the avocado mixture generously over the toast. Gently place the poached egg on top, spoon over the chilli crisp oil and finish with a sprinkle of fried shallots. Serve while warm.