Kathleen Jones
@cookzenkat
Perfectly Poached Eggs
This recipe for perfectly poached eggs is simple and straightforward, making it ideal for breakfast or brunch. With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious dish that features tender egg whites and a runny yolk, perfect for serving on toast or alongside your favorite breakfast items.
Details
- Meal Type:breakfast
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:4
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time20 min.
- Servings2
Ingredients
- 4 cups
- 2 large
- to taste
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Perfectly Poached Eggs.
Step 1
To start your delicious poached eggs, grab a wide pan and fill it with about 4 cups of water, making sure it’s around 3 inches deep.
Step 2
Place the pan over high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
Step 3
Once you see those bubbles dancing, reduce the heat just below a simmer—this is the sweet spot where the water is hot but calm, perfect for poaching.
Step 4
Now, take a moment to crack your eggs into a ramekin, being gentle to keep those precious yolks intact.
Step 5
With a soup ladle in hand, carefully lower the eggs into the water, tilting the ladle slightly so they glide in smoothly without splashing.
Step 6
Set a timer for 3 minutes and let the magic happen! When the timer goes off, use a slotted spoon to lift each egg from the water, checking that the whites are set and firm.
Step 7
If they still look a bit runny, don’t worry—just pop them back in for another 30 seconds.
Step 8
Once they’re ready, remove the eggs and serve them right away, seasoning with a sprinkle of salt and a dash of freshly ground black pepper.
Step 9
When you pierce the yolk with a fork, it should ooze out beautifully, creating a delightful sauce for your dish.
Step 10
Enjoy your perfectly poached eggs!.