How to Make Perfect Poached Egg - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you tired of always struggling to achieve the perfect poached egg? Do you find yourself frustrated with runny whites or broken yolks? If so, you're not alone. Poaching an egg may seem like a simple enough task, but it's actually a delicate process that requires precise timing and technique. However, with the right tips and tricks, you can master the art of poaching eggs and enjoy a perfectly cooked, velvety yolk every time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 poached egg

  • Fill a large pot with at least 3 inches of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce temperature to low--the water is ready when you see bubbles at the bottom of the pot, but there should be no bubbles breaking the surface of the water.
  • Crack egg into a small-mesh sieve, allow it to drain, and then transfer the egg to a small bowl or ramekin in order to avoid a runny egg white. This step will give you a better-shaped poached egg with tighter whites.
  • When water is at the right temperature, stir in about 1 tablespoon white vinegar which helps the egg white coagulate. Using a spoon, swirl the water in the center of the pot into a vortex or whirlpool, and carefully add egg to the center. Cook until egg white is set, but the yolk is still soft and runny, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Do not overcook.
  • Transfer the egg to a paper towel to remove excess water using a slotted spoon. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    72 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 186mg
    • Sodium: 70mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 67mg