High Altitude Hard Boiled Eggs
Master the art of preparing perfect hard-boiled eggs at high altitudes with this fail-proof recipe! High Altitude Hard Boiled Eggs are crafted to deliver flawless results, even in thinner mountain air, by adjusting the cooking time and technique. This recipe ensures beautifully cooked eggs with tender whites and creamy yolks by employing gentle boiling and an essential ice bath to halt cooking and simplify peeling. Ideal for meal prepping, salads, snacks, or breakfast, these hard-boiled eggs are a versatile and nutritious staple that pairs seamlessly with your high-altitude lifestyle. Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish, this method guarantees consistent, stress-free results every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Large eggs
- 4 cups Water
- 3 cups Ice
Instructions
Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
Add 4 cups of water to the pot or enough to cover the eggs by about 1 inch (2.5 cm).
Put the pot on the stovetop over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and maintain a gentle boil.
Set a timer for 12 minutes to allow the eggs to cook fully at high altitude.
While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with 3 cups of ice and enough cold water to submerge the eggs.
After 12 minutes, carefully remove the eggs from the boiling water using a slotted spoon or tongs.
Immediately transfer the cooked eggs to the prepared ice bath to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
Leave the eggs in the ice bath for at least 5 minutes or until they are completely cool to the touch.
Once cooled, gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell and peel under running water for best results.
Store the eggs in the refrigerator for up to 7 days if not using immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 449 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.0 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.0 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 414 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
