Description
Master the art of poaching with these simple yet elegant poached eggs, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- Fresh eggs (preferably organic or free-range)
- Water
- White vinegar (1 tablespoon per liter of water)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Bring a medium saucepan filled with 3 inches of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and a pinch of salt to the simmering water.
- Crack each egg into a small bowl for easy transfer.
- Stir the water gently to create a whirlpool effect.
- Carefully slide in the egg to the swirling water.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes for runny yolks or longer for firmer yolks.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the egg.
- Drain on paper towels to absorb any excess water.
Notes
Freshness helps in achieving better consistency. Use vinegar for a better set of egg whites.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 210mg