Slice the avocado and lay it shingled on a plate.

Heat a small non stick pan over a medium flame and add the olive oil.

When the oil is hot crack the egg into the pan.

Cook the egg until the white is firm and the yolk is still soft but not wobbly. You can cook it longer if you prefer your eggs firmer.

Lay the egg on top of the avocado and season with the salt and pepper.

Sprinkle the thyme over the egg.

Add the hot sauce if desired and serve at once as is or with some really good toasted bread.