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Fried Bread

Crispy white bread fried in butter and oil until deeply golden. A classic crunch for a traditional morning fry-up.

6 minEasyServes 2260 cal/serving

BritishBreakfastStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 slices white bread, halved
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter with 2 tsp vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 2 slices halved white bread to the pan and fry for 2 minutes until bottom is golden and crispy.

  3. 3

    Flip bread over and fry for another 1 to 2 minutes until both sides are browned.

  4. 4

    Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with 1 pinch flaky sea salt before serving.

Questions

Can I make Fried Bread dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 2 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Fried Bread gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 slices white bread, halved. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Fried Bread keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Fried Bread?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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