Soft Boiled Eggs with Sterling Caviar & Herb Gremolata

Preparation & Presentation:

As prepared by Chef Michael Thiemann of Empress Tavern and Mother in Sacramento, CA. Photography by Ryan Donahue. - Serves 2

Ingredients

• 50g Sterling Caviar
• 4 extra large eggs
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, finely chopped
• 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon zest
• salt & cracked pepper

Method

1. Mix chopped parsley, garlic, and lemon zest in small bowl. Set aside.
   
   
2. Add 1 inch of water to medium pot and bring to rapid boil over medium-high heat.  Add eggs in a single layer in the pan.
   
   
3. Cover the pan with a lid and set a timer for 6 minutes, 30 seconds. The water in the pan should almost immediately return to a simmer.
   
   
4. When the timer goes off, remove the lid and eggs and immediately place the eggs in a bowl of water with ice. Allow eggs to sit for 1-2 minutes. This will completely stop the cooking.
   
   
5. Starting at the large end of the egg, carefully crack and peel the shell. Place peeled eggs on a plate. Carefully cut each egg in half and top with a generous dollop of caviar, a sprinkling of gremolata, and salt and cracked pepper to taste.
   
   
6. Serve with a side of creamy avocado toast and a glass of Champagne or sparkling wine for a decadent breakfast.