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Perfect Poached Eggs Recipe

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A simple and classic recipe for perfectly poached eggs, offering a healthy and versatile way to enjoy eggs for breakfast or as a topping on various dishes.

Ingredients

Eggs

  • 4 large eggs (can use 1 to 4 cold eggs)

Other

  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the water: Fill a deep saucepan or skillet with about 3 inches of water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. The water should have small bubbles forming but not be boiling vigorously to ensure delicate eggs.
  2. Add vinegar: Stir in 1 tablespoon of white vinegar into the simmering water. This helps the egg whites coagulate more quickly and keeps the shape neat.
  3. Crack the eggs: Crack each egg into a small bowl or cup individually to ensure yolks stay intact and to make it easier to slide them gently into the water.
  4. Poach the eggs: Using a spoon, create a gentle whirlpool in the water to help the egg white wrap around the yolk, then carefully slide the egg from the bowl into the center of the whirlpool. Repeat with remaining eggs, poaching them one by one or all at once if your pan is large enough.
  5. Cook time: Allow the eggs to poach gently for about 3 to 4 minutes for runny yolks or 5 minutes for firmer yolks. Avoid stirring or disturbing the water during this time.
  6. Remove eggs: Using a slotted spoon, carefully lift the poached eggs out of the water and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess water.
  7. Serve: Serve the poached eggs immediately while warm, seasoned with salt and pepper or placed over toast, salads, or other dishes.

Notes

  • Use fresh eggs for best results as they hold their shape better when poaching.
  • The vinegar helps the egg whites set quickly but does not affect the flavor noticeably.
  • Adjust cooking time depending on preferred yolk doneness.
  • Poached eggs can be chilled in ice water after cooking if not serving immediately, then gently reheated in warm water.

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