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Fried Eggs and Fries

A simple, comforting Greek classic inspired by Cretan avga me patates. Sunny-side eggs are gently fried in butter and served with double-cooked, crispy oven fries—perfect for dipping into runny yolks. Easy, budget-friendly, and deeply satisfying.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 3
Calories 616kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ butter
  • 3 russet potatoes
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • dried oregano
  • sea salt
  • freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  • Scrub and wash the potatoes well, then cut them into ¼–½-inch (0.5–1 cm) thick sticks.
  • Heat the oven to 450°F / 225°C.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon sea salt. Add the potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with dried oregano.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, then gently turn the potatoes with a spatula. Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, until golden and crisp.
  • Transfer to a bowl and adjust seasoning to taste. Serve alongside the fried eggs.

Fry the eggs

  • Heat the butter in a medium nonstick skillet over low heat for about 5 minutes.
    Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide it into the skillet. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook until the whites are set and the yolks are runny, 2–2½ minutes.
    Slide the eggs onto a plate with the oven fries. Season with salt and pepper and serve right away.

Notes

  • Potatoes: Russet potatoes are not required. Yukon Gold or any potatoes you have on hand will work well.
  • Vinegar: Adding vinegar to the boiling water helps the potatoes retain their shape. Apple cider or white wine vinegar work best. Avoid balsamic vinegar.
 
 
Nutritional Info – Please remember that the nutritional information provided is only estimated and can vary based on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 616kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 30g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 328mg | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 1017mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 481IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 4mg