Description
This recipe provides a simple and effective way to make perfect soft boiled eggs with a creamy center.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs (cold, straight from the fridge)
- water
- to taste salt and black pepper (or optional seasonings and toppings)
Instructions
- This first step is optional, but I do find it helps when it comes time to peel the eggs. Using a spoon, detach the membrane by very gently tapping the wider/rounded end until you hear the snap, careful not to crack the shell.
- Fill a medium-sized pot with water halfway and bring to a boil.
- Using a slotted spoon (even better if you have a spider strainer), gently lower the eggs into the boiling water and immediately set a timer for exactly 6 minutes, 45 seconds. (Do not cover the pot.)
- In the meantime, fill a medium-sized bowl with water and add in a bunch of ice cubes.
- Once the timer goes off, immediately remove the eggs from the boiling water with a slotted spoon and submerge them in the ice water. Set another timer for exactly 2 minutes, 30 seconds (they will still be warm, but easy to handle).
- After 2 minutes, 30 seconds, very carefully tap the larger end on a work surface and then roll very gently so they’re crackled all over to loosen the shell.
- Then start peeling at the large end where the air pocket is (you can also run a little water in there to help loosen), being careful not to tear the egg apart as you work your way around.
- Slice in half lengthwise or mash and enjoy with salt and pepper or other favorite seasonings like chili crisp, everything bagel seasoning, or fresh herbs.
Notes
- This method helps in peeling the eggs smoothly without losing the whites.
- Adjust the time based on how runny or firm you prefer the yolk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes 45 seconds
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 eggs
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 370mg