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How to Poach an Egg

Published
Course Breakfasts
Cooking time Under 15 Minutes
Main Ingredient Eggs
Skill Level Beginner
Servings 1 people
Calories 129kcal
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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories129kcalNet carbs1gFat8gProtein11g

Instructions

  • Fill small sauce pot with 2 cups water, 1 tablespoon vinegar, and ½ teaspoon salt. Place on medium heat.
    1 tablespoon vinegar, 2 cups water, ½ teaspoon salt
  • Wait for water to start to lightly bubble and steam, but not rolling boil.
  • Crack your 2 eggs into small bowl, then drop one egg into water when you're ready.
    2 eggs
  • Once water is bubbling and steaming, but not boiling, start stirring water in circle to create vortex or little tornado into center of pot.
  • Drop egg into spinning center. The egg should take shape after about 30 seconds. 
  • With slotted spoon, slowly start to flip egg over in water and check doneness around yolk area. You want egg to feel firm like jello, but not hard. 
  • Repeat process with other egg.
  • Serve with greens.

This recipe teaches you how to make perfectly poached eggs!

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