Whether enjoyed as a main course or side dish to pancakes, steak, or French toast, eggs are among the most widely beloved breakfast fare. When it comes to preparation, they are extremely versatile and may take on a variety of flavors and textures during the cooking process. Here are some ways you might order them the next time you go to a family diner or restaurant. 

How Should I Order My Eggs?

1. Over Easy

Over easy eggs feature runny yolks and cooked whites. To make them, chefs crack the eggs into a hot pan with butter or oil, taking care not to break the yolks. They allow the eggs to fry until their edges turn slightly brown. Next, they flip them and allow them to briefly continue frying until the whites cook all the way through and a thin film forms over the yolks. As an alternative, you can order eggs over medium, which have a slightly more solidified yolk, or over hard, which involves cooking the yolk all the way through. 

2. Scrambled

Scrambled eggs are light, fluffy, and extremely popular at breakfast restaurants. To make them, chefs crack eggs into a bowl and whisk them before pouring the mixture into a greased pan. As it begins to cook through, chefs break it up or "scramble" it, which helps the eggs harden and finish cooking. If you prefer your eggs slightly runnier, you can order them "soft scrambled," which involves cooking them for slightly less time before serving. 

3. Sunny-Side Up

Sunny-side up eggs are similar to their over easy counterparts, as both feature a runny yolk. However, after cracking these eggs into a greased pan, chefs allow the whites to cook through without flipping them, resulting in a slightly less crispy texture and cleaner flavor. Loco Mono is a popular Hawaiian breakfast dish that often features a sunny-side up egg on top of a grilled hamburger patty served over rice and slathered with savory gravy. 

4. Omelet

If you want to enjoy eggs as a main course, you can order them cooked into an omelet. Omelets consist of a pancake-like sheet of cooked egg with ingredients folded into it. Chefs whisk eggs before pouring them into a pan with butter or oil, allowing the mixture to set before adding cooked meats, veggies, and cheeses. Next, they fold the egg over to enclose the fillings and make sure the ingredients heat through before serving. 

When you want eggs prepared exactly how you like them, head to Tasty Crust Restaurant. Located in Wailuku, Hi, this family diner and restaurant offers an impressive selection of breakfast fare, including made-to-order eggs, to hungry locals on Maui. Call (808) 244-0845 to place an order for take-out, ask about weekly specials, and learn more about their menu of local comfort food.