Microwave Poached Eggs
Achieve perfectly poached eggs in just minutes with this quick and foolproof recipe for Microwave Poached Eggs! Designed for busy mornings, this technique uses just water, a single large egg, and an optional touch of white vinegar to create restaurant-quality poached eggs with minimal effort. By utilizing the microwave, you'll skip the hassle of stovetop boiling and swirling, while a clever tip to pierce the yolk ensures mess-free cooking. Ready in under two minutes, this method delivers a tender, silky white and a runny, golden yolk ideal for topping avocado toast, elevating salads, or completing classic brunch dishes. Perfect for anyone seeking a simple, time-saving breakfast upgrade, these microwave poached eggs are your go-to solution for easy elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoon White Vinegar (optional)
Instructions
Fill a microwave-safe bowl or mug with 1/2 cup of water.
Add 1/4 teaspoon of white vinegar to the water if desired. This helps the egg whites coagulate more tightly.
Crack a large egg into the bowl or mug, ensuring the yolk remains intact.
Using a toothpick or the tip of a knife, gently poke a small hole in the yolk to prevent it from bursting during cooking.
Cover the bowl or mug with a microwave-safe lid, plastic wrap, or a small plate to prevent splattering.
Microwave on high for 30 seconds and check the egg. If the white is still runny or the yolk is too raw, continue microwaving in 10-second increments until the desired doneness is achieved.
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it may be hot) and use a slotted spoon to gently lift the poached egg out of the water.
Serve immediately on toast, over salads, or as part of your favorite breakfast dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
99 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.8 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 113 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 71 mg | 2% | |
*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.
