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Avocado Toast Poached Egg Recipe

Avocado Toast Poached Egg Recipe

A classic and satisfying breakfast featuring rustic mashed avocado on thick sourdough toast, crowned with a perfectly runny poached egg.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large thick slices of sourdough bread
  • 1 large ripe Hass avocado
  • 2 large very fresh free-range eggs
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar for poaching water
  • 1/2 lime juice only
  • 1/4 tsp red chilli flakes or to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt flakes to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Avocado Mash: Halve the avocado, remove the stone, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl. Add the lime juice, chopped coriander, red chilli flakes, a pinch of salt, and a crack of black pepper. Gently mash with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture. We're aiming for a rustic smash, not a smooth purée. Set aside.
  2. Toast the Bread: Drizzle both sides of your sourdough slices with a little olive oil. You can toast them in a hot griddle pan for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown with lovely char marks, or simply use a toaster.
  3. Prepare for Poaching: Fill a medium saucepan with about 10cm of water. Bring it to a gentle simmer over a medium heat – you should see small, lazy bubbles rising to the surface. Avoid a rolling boil, as this will break the egg apart. Add the tablespoon of white wine vinegar to the water.
  4. Poach the Eggs: Crack one very fresh egg into a small bowl or ramekin. What works best for me is to stir the simmering water with a spoon to create a gentle vortex. Carefully slide the egg into the centre of the vortex. The motion helps the egg white wrap around the yolk.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Let the egg cook for 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk and a set white. The exact time will depend on the size and temperature of your egg. For a more detailed guide on the science of a perfect poach, this article from Serious Eats is a brilliant resource.
  6. Remove and Drain: Using a slotted spoon, carefully lift the poached egg out of the water. You can gently dab it on a piece of kitchen paper to absorb any excess water before serving. Repeat the process for the second egg.
  7. Assemble Your Toast: Spread the chunky avocado mash generously over each slice of warm toast.
  8. The Grand Finale: Gently place a poached egg on top of the avocado on each slice. Finish with an extra sprinkle of red chilli flakes, a little more fresh coriander, a crack of black pepper, and a pinch of sea salt flakes. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Serve immediately while the toast is warm and the egg is runny. For an extra kick, add a dash of your favorite hot sauce.