Description
A comprehensive guide to creating perfect poached eggs, detailing ingredients, tools, and step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
- Large Eggs: 4 large eggs
- Water: 4-6 cups
- Salt: A pinch (optional)
- Vinegar: 1 tablespoon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the water by filling a medium-sized saucepan with 4-6 cups of water and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Add vinegar to the simmering water (optional).
- Crack each egg into a small bowl or ramekin.
- Create a whirlpool in the water (optional).
- Carefully slide the eggs into the water and poach for 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or 5-6 minutes for a firmer yolk.
- Remove the eggs using a slotted spoon.
- Season and serve the poached eggs as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for the best results.
- Avoid boiling water to prevent breaking the eggs.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when poaching multiple eggs.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 poached egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
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