Which type of eggs are cooked without being flipped at all?

Sunny-side up eggs are cooked without being flipped, allowing the yolk to remain runny while the white is set and cooked through. This cooking method involves cracking the egg into a skillet, usually over low heat, and letting it cook gently. The egg is covered to aid in cooking the top of the white while keeping the yolk intact and visible, creating a distinct presentation. This method is considered a classic preparation for eggs where the visual aspect of the yolk is important, contributing to its popularity in breakfast dishes.

The other options involve different cooking techniques: basted eggs are cooked in a similar way but typically have hot fat spooned over them to help cook the top; scrambled eggs are beaten, cooked, and stirred continually until firm; and hard-boiled eggs are cooked in their shell in boiling water and are not cooked in a pan on a stovetop. Each of these methods changes the texture and appearance of the egg significantly compared to sunny-side up cooking.