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Easy Poached Eggs

Learn how to make perfect poached eggs with firm whites and runny yolks in under 5 minutes with this failproof cooking method!
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time4 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy poached eggs, how to make poached eggs, perfect poached eggs, poached eggs
Servings: 1 egg
Calories: 70kcal
Author: Ansley Beutler

Equipment

1 Small Bowl or Ramekin
1 Pot
1 Slotted Spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • Pot of water
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar white distilled is best
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Instructions

  • Prepare the egg. Crack the entire egg into a small bowl or ramekin.
    1 egg
    Egg cracked in a small glass bowl.
  • Boil water. Bring a pot of water to a boil then lower the heat to medium low so the water drops to a simmer. Add the vinegar to the pot and give it a big stir.
    Pot of water, 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • Add the egg. Create a whirlpool effect with a slotted spoon in the pot of water by stirring it quickly. Carefully drop the egg into the center of the whirlpool. You will notice the egg white wrap around the yolk quickly as it continues to spin in the water.
  • Cook egg. Allow the egg to cook in the simmering water for 2 - 4 minutes until the whites are just set and the middle of the egg isn’t too wiggly. I like to use a slotted spoon to gently touch the egg in the pot to test how firm the whites are.
    Poached egg in a pot of water cooking.
  • Remove the egg. Once the egg is poached to your liking, slip a slotted spoon underneath it and lift it up from the water. Allow any excess water to run off before transferring it to a plate and enjoy!
    Poached eggs on a plate.

Notes

Storage: Poached eggs are best served fresh, but you can prepare them ahead of time if needed. To do so, transfer them to an ice water bath after poaching, and store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. 
To serve, add hot water to a small bowl, and add the egg, allowing it to warm through. Just keep in mind that the longer it cooks the firmer the yolk will become! 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.01mg