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Garlic toast with quail egg in windmill shape, crispy golden edges and soft center topped with parsley and red pepper flakes

Garlic Toast with Quail Egg (Windmill Toast)

A quick and easy garlic toast with quail egg made using soft bread shaped into a windmill. Crispy golden edges, soft buttery center, and a perfectly set egg make this a simple but elevated breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 slice soft white or whole wheat bread fresh, not toasted
  • ½ tbsp butter melted
  • ½ small garlic clove very finely minced
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley finely chopped
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 quail egg

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Let sit for 1–2 minutes to infuse.
  2. Place the bread flat on a cutting board. Using a knife, make 4 cuts from each side toward the center, stopping before cutting all the way through. Leave the center intact.
  3. Gently press the center down slightly and nudge each section inward to create a windmill shape and a shallow well.
  4. Spread the garlic butter evenly over the bread, making sure it gets into the cuts.
  5. Carefully crack the quail egg into the center. Season with salt and red pepper flakes.
  6. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 4–5 minutes, until the edges are golden and the egg is just set.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally topped with extra parsley.

Notes

  • Use soft bread for best results - it shapes easily and creates a soft interior.
  • Do not cut through the center or the egg will leak.
  • Mince garlic very finely so it cooks properly in a short time.
  • Adjust cook time depending on how set you want the egg.

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