How to Make Sous Vide "Poached" Eggs - A Step-by-Step Guide

There’s nothing quite like the luxurious, velvety texture of a perfectly poached egg. But achieving that delicate balance of a runny yolk and set whites can be a tricky task. That’s where the sous vide method comes in. By cooking your eggs at a precise, low temperature in a water bath, you can achieve consistent, restaurant-quality poached eggs every time.

These sous vide “poached” eggs are the perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch spread. They’re also great for adding a touch ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 large cold eggs
  • 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 eggs

  • Fill a large pot with water and place a sous vide immersion cooker into the water. Set temperature to 167 degrees F (75 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions; allow 15 minutes for the water to heat.
  • Gently lower eggs into the water using a slotted spoon. Immediately set a kitchen timer for 13 minutes.
  • Remove eggs from water once timer is up and let cool for 3 minutes. Gently crack egg around the middle and peel top half of shell. Slide egg out into a small bowl or serve over toast. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    72 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 186mg
    • Sodium: 109mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 67mg