Butter Garlic Eggs Recipe

Start your morning with this Butter Garlic Eggs recipe — a simple, creamy, and flavorful breakfast that’s perfect for egg lovers.

Made with fresh eggs, rich butter, and aromatic garlic, this dish is quick to prepare and packed with taste.

Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an easy, satisfying way to enjoy a delicious breakfast that will keep you energized and craving more.

For the best results, use fresh, high-quality eggs and adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more chili flakes.

You can make this recipe dairy-free by substituting plant-based butter and lactose-free milk.

To add more texture, serve the eggs on toasted bread or with a side of avocado slices. These Butter Garlic Eggs are versatile, making them perfect for meal prep or a quick breakfast when you’re short on time.

Don’t forget to stir gently and cook over medium heat to achieve the perfect creamy consistency.

Butter garlic eggs recipe

How to make Butter Garlic Eggs?

Take a small bowl to put the eggs in. Crack 5 eggs into the bowl.

Crack 5 eggs into the bowl

Add 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the eggs in the bowl.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the eggs

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the eggs in the bowl.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the eggs in the bowl.

Add dried chili flakes to the eggs in the bowl.

Add dried chili flakes to the eggs in the bowl

Using a whisk or fork, mix the eggs well with all the spices.

Using a whisk or fork, mix the eggs well with all the spices

Heat a pan to medium temperature. Then pour 4 tablespoons of oil into the pan. You can use sunflower, canola, or simply vegetable oil.

pour 4 tablespoons of oil into the pan

Also add 1 tablespoon of butter into the pan with the heated oil.

add 1 tablespoon of butter into the pan

Wait until the butter melts, then pour the eggs into the pan.

pour the eggs into the pan

Take a spatula and start stirring the eggs immediately. Stir very slowly and gently to form a uniform mixture.

start stirring the eggs

Using the spatula, shape separate pieces from the egg mixture.

shape separate pieces from the egg mixture

Cook the eggs for another 5–7 minutes over medium heat until they firm up and the liquid evaporates from the pan. Then transfer the cooked eggs onto a separate plate and set aside. Prepare for the sauce.

transfer the cooked eggs onto a separate plate

Ingredients for Preparing Eggs

  • 5 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dried chili flakes (to taste)
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (sunflower, canola, or any neutral oil)
  • 1 tablespoon butter

How to Make the Sauce

Heat a pan over medium heat. Pour 3–4 tablespoons of oil into the pan. The oil can be olive, canola, or vegetable oil. Spread the oil evenly across the pan.

Pour 3–4 tablespoons of oil into the pan

Also add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and wait until it melts. You can use a spatula to spread the butter evenly in the pan.

add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan

Finely chop 6 cloves of garlic. Add the garlic to the pan. Sauté the garlic over medium heat for 2 minutes until it softens and turns a light golden color.

Add the garlic to the pan

Add 1/3 teaspoon of black pepper to the pan with the garlic.

Add 1/3 teaspoon of black pepper to the pan

Add 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes to the pan.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes to the pan

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the pan.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the pan

Add 1 tablespoon of cornflour (cornstarch) to the pan.

Add 1 tablespoon of cornflour

Mix everything well in the pan. The pan should be heated over medium heat. Stir until the mixture thickens, about 1–2 minutes.

Mix everything well in the pan

Pour 1/2 cup of milk into the pan. We use lactose-free milk. Mix the milk with the remaining contents in the pan until the mixture becomes slightly thick.

Pour 1/2 cup of milk into the pan

Add a handful of spring onions to the pan. Mix everything well.

handful of spring onions to the pan

Add the previously cooked egg pieces to the pan. Stir the eggs well into the sauce.

cooked egg pieces to the pan

Cook the eggs in the sauce, stirring constantly. The excess water should evaporate from the pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously for about 10 minutes. If the water does not evaporate in 10 minutes, cook for a few more minutes until the eggs are drier.

Cook the eggs in the sauce

Transfer the cooked eggs to a plate. Enjoy!

Transfer the cooked eggs to a plate

Ingredients for the Sauce

  • 3–4 tablespoons vegetable oil (olive, canola, or any neutral oil)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/3 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 1/2 cup milk (lactose-free optional)
  • A handful of spring onions

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Prep & Cook Times / Servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2

Nutrition per serving

Calories: 250 kcal
Protein: 14 g
Fat: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I use a different type of oil for this recipe?
Yes! You can use olive oil, canola oil, sunflower oil, or any neutral vegetable oil. Butter is added for extra richness.

Q2: Can I make this recipe dairy-free?
Absolutely. Use a plant-based butter and lactose-free or plant-based milk to make this recipe completely dairy-free.

Q3: How long should I cook the eggs in the sauce?
Cook the eggs in the sauce over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring continuously until the excess water evaporates and the eggs firm up.

Q4: Can I make this recipe spicier?
Yes! Increase the amount of chili flakes or add fresh chopped chili according to your taste.

Q5: Can I prepare this recipe in advance?
You can prepare the eggs and sauce ahead of time, but it’s best served fresh for optimal flavor and texture. Store separately and reheat gently before serving.

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