Introduction

Black garlic, with its sweet and umami flavor, pairs perfectly with the creamy richness of avocado and the added protein of a sunny side up egg. This recipe incorporates freshly cracked black pepper and black garlic paste, creating a delicious and nutritious toast that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch.

 

Ingredients

 

• • 1 ripe avocado

• • 2 slices of whole grain or sourdough bread

• • 2-3 cloves of black garlic

• • 1 tablespoon olive oil

• • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

• • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

• • Salt, to taste

• • 2 large eggs

• • 1 teaspoon butter or additional olive oil for frying

• • Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, microgreens, feta cheese, red pepper flakes

 

Instructions

 

1. 1. Prepare the Bread:

       

      • • Toast the slices of bread to your desired level of crispiness.

1. 1. Prepare the Avocado:

       

      • • Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
      • • Mash the avocado with a fork until smooth.
      • • Add the lemon juice and salt, mixing well.

1. 1. Prepare the Black Garlic Spread:

       

      • • Finely chop the black garlic cloves.
      • • In a small bowl, mash the chopped black garlic with freshly cracked black pepper to form a paste.

1. 1. Prepare the Sunny Side Up Eggs:

       

      • • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add the butter or olive oil.
      • • Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
      • • Add a small amount of water (about a tablespoon) to the skillet and cover with a lid. Let the eggs steam for 1-2 minutes until the whites are completely cooked but the yolks remain runny.

1. 1. Assemble the Toast:

       

      • • Spread the black garlic and black pepper paste generously over the toasted bread slices.
      • • Top with the mashed avocado mixture.
      • • Place the sunny side up egg on top of each slice of toast.

1. 1. Add Optional Toppings:

       

      • • Add cherry tomatoes, microgreens, feta cheese, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor and texture.

1. 1. Serve:

       

      • • Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and healthy black garlic avocado toast with a sunny side up egg!

 

Benefits

 

• • Avocado: Rich in healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

• • Black Garlic: High in antioxidants and has a milder, sweeter flavor compared to fresh garlic.

• • Eggs: Provide high-quality protein and essential nutrients.

• • Whole Grain Bread: Provides fiber and nutrients.

 

Tips

 

• • Ripeness: Use a ripe avocado for the best texture and flavor.

• • Customization: Feel free to add your favorite toppings or seasonings to customize your toast.

 

Enjoy this nutrient-packed and flavorful black garlic avocado toast with a sunny side up egg for a nutritious and satisfying meal!