Steps

1. Crack **1 egg** into a large bowl and whisk thoroughly until the stringiness of the egg white disappears. This is the key! Whisking the egg white well first helps the egg mixture soak into the bread more easily.
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2. Add **a pinch of salt** and **1 tbsp of sugar**, then pour in **100cc of milk**. Mix well until everything is uniform. This is the key! Adding a small amount of salt enhances the sweetness.
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3. Trim the crusts off **1 thick-cut bread slice** as close to the edge as possible.
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4. Cut the bread in half and make two lengthwise slits in the center to help the egg mixture soak in. This is the key! Making slits allows the egg mixture to penetrate the bread quickly.
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5. Place the cut bread into a deep, heatproof container and pour the prepared egg mixture over it.
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6. Flip the bread once, cover tightly with plastic wrap, gently press down to remove air bubbles. This is the key! Gently pressing and removing air allows the bread to absorb the egg mixture more effectively as it re-expands.
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7. Let it soak for 10 minutes (refrigerate during hot weather).
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8. Flip the bread and microwave (600W) for **30 seconds**.
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9. Flip the bread again and microwave for another **30 seconds** (1 minute total). This is the key! Microwaving warms the milk, allowing the egg mixture to quickly soak into the bread.
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10. Heat a frying pan over low to medium heat.
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11. Add **1/2 tbsp of vegetable oil** and **10g of butter** to the pan and heat until the butter is bubbling and melted. This is the key! Adding oil prevents the butter from burning easily and results in a lighter finish. This is the key! Heating the butter until it bubbles brings out its sweetness and aroma.
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12. Place the soaked bread into the frying pan and pour any remaining egg mixture into the slits.
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13. Cover and steam for **1 minute**.
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14. Remove the lid and spread **honey** over the surface of the bread.
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15. Flip the bread and spread **honey** over the other side as well.
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16. Flip again and cook for **1 minute** to crisp up the surface. This is the key! Applying honey and caramelizing it adds a crispy texture and a fragrant sweetness.
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17. Once browned, it's ready. Transfer to a plate.
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18. Optionally, add maple syrup, powdered sugar, or extra honey for an even more delicious finish.
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