Step-by-Step

Step 1: Boil the Eggs (Jammy Style)

1. Fill a small saucepan with water and bring it to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Make sure it’s not a rolling boil to prevent cracking the eggs.

2. Carefully lower the eggs into the water using a spoon, and set a timer for exactly 6½ to 7 minutes to achieve that perfect jammy consistency—firm whites with slightly runny, velvety yolks. Once the timer goes off, immediately transfer the eggs into an ice bath to halt the cooking process. Let them cool for a few minutes before peeling gently under running water.

Step 2: Toast the Bread

1. While the eggs are cooling, pop your slice of sourdough or whole grain bread into the toaster or onto a hot skillet.

2. Toast it to a beautiful golden-brown crispness—sturdy enough to hold the toppings but still tender enough to bite into easily.

Step 3: Mash the Avocado

1. In a small bowl, scoop out the flesh of half a ripe avocado.

2. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and mash it to your desired texture—smooth and creamy or a little chunky for more bite. Spread it evenly over the warm, toasted bread.

Step 4: Assemble the Toast

1. Peel the cooled jammy eggs carefully and slice them into halves or quarters, depending on your aesthetic preference.

2. Gently arrange the egg slices over the avocado toast, creating a beautiful, slightly overlapping pattern for visual appeal.

3. Sprinkle the za’atar generously over the eggs and avocado. Finish with a pinch of cracked black pepper and salt to taste. If you love extra richness, drizzle a bit of good-quality olive oil or tahini across the top.

Step 5: Serve Immediately

1. Enjoy your Avocado Toast with Jammy Eggs & Za’atar while the toast is still warm, the avocado creamy, and the eggs tender.

2. For a fuller meal, serve alongside a small side salad, a handful of fresh greens, or even a few olives and cucumber slices to lean into the Mediterranean vibe.