10 Recipes That Celebrate the Oozy Glory of Sunny-Side-Up Eggs

Sunny-side-up eggs, with their tender, fully cooked whites and deliciously runny yolks, make almost any dish better — we have proof. From breakfast sandwiches to pizza, here are 10 amazing recipes that star luxuriously oozy sunny-side-up eggs.

Basted Egg Tartines with Creamed Mustard

Sour cream adds milky richness to both Dijon and whole-grain mustards with a splash of lemon juice for brightness. This simple, creamy sauce pairs with lightly bitter greens and rich, runny egg yolks for a beautiful breakfast.

Katsu Curry (Japanese Curry with Tonkatsu Nuggets and Fried Egg)

Tonkatsu is served on a bed of rice flavored with curry sauce and topped with cabbage, cilantro, and a fried egg, with pickled cucumber on the side for a delicious blend of textures and flavors. Be sure to fry the eggs over easy for that irresistibly saucy yolk.

Brioche with Prosciutto, Gruyère, and Egg

Star chef Suzanne Goin's incredible open-face sandwich is topped with gooey, melted cheese, salty prosciutto, and a runny egg.

Breakfast Banh Mi Sandwiches

This amazing version of the classic Vietnamese sandwich is made with duck pâté, spicy pickles, bacon, and a fried egg.

Chilaquiles Rojos with Fried Eggs and Cotija

Charring the tomato and onion before adding them to the red chile sauce is a quick way to create rich, slow-cooked flavor. Thick-cut fresh tortilla chips soak up the sauce and runny egg yolks without getting soggy.

Summer Vegetable Bibimbap

For a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner, make the bibimbap toppings ahead of time, then add them — along with a sunny-side-up egg — to freshly cooked rice. Stir everything together and enjoy.

Smoky Breakfast Pizzas

This recipe feature smoked mozzarella, fresh homemade basil oil, and bright, sunny eggs all on one pie. Everything comes together within an hour.

Za'atar Baked Eggs

Gail Simmons' baked eggs sit atop a cherry tomato–pepper mix seasoned with the Mediterranean spice blend za’atar. This brunch go-to is baked just until the egg whites are set and the yolks are still runny.

Charred Shallot and Arugula Salad with Sunny-Side-Up Eggs

This centerpiece-worthy salad pairs peppery greens, eggs, and thinly sliced prosciutto with a punchy lemon-garlic dressing. The richness of the runny egg yolk mingles perfectly with the pungent dressing.

Croque Madame

The French croque madame sandwich is a lesson in extravagance, made with white bread, butter, cheese, ham, Mornay sauce, and a fried egg. It's a luxurious, deeply comforting dish.