Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Confit Egg Yolk

Confit Egg Yolk

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Slow cooking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Silky and luxurious confit egg yolks gently cooked in olive oil with herbs, perfect for elevating simple dishes into something truly special.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 150°C.
  2. Pour olive oil into a small baking dish and add thyme and salt.
  3. Carefully place egg yolks into the oil, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  4. Space the yolks apart so they do not touch.
  5. Cook in the oven for 40 minutes until yolks are soft and slightly thickened.
  6. Gently remove yolks with a slotted spoon and let excess oil drip off.
  7. Serve warm over toast, pasta, or vegetables.

Notes

  • Use fresh eggs for best texture and flavor.
  • Keep temperature low to avoid overcooking.
  • Infuse oil with garlic or other herbs for variation.
  • Store leftovers in oil in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 yolks
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 370mg

Keywords: confit egg yolk, silky egg yolk, slow cooked egg yolk, gourmet egg yolk, olive oil egg yolk