Oeufs Au Beurre Noir (Fried Eggs in Black Butter)

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

ingredients

3 tablespoons butter, divided
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon well drained capers

directions

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large heavy frying pan over medium heat. Fry the eggs until they are done to your taste. Remove the eggs and place on a serving plate.

Add the remaining butter and increase the heat to medium high. Cook until the butter is a very dark brown. Remove the heat, add the vinegar, and mix well.

Pour the butter sauce over the eggs and top with the capers.