Nut-Free Onsen Egg
Delight in the simplicity of the Nut-Free Onsen Egg, a Japanese-inspired delicacy that's as elegant as it is easy to prepare. With just three ingredients—eggs, water, and a touch of cold water—this recipe delivers perfectly poached eggs with silky whites and creamy yolks, crafted using the traditional hot spring egg technique. Requiring only 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking time, it's ideal for busy mornings or as a luxurious addition to your favorite dishes. Serve these velvety eggs with a sprinkle of salt, a dash of soy sauce, or fresh garnishes like chopped green onions for added flair. Best of all, this nut-free recipe ensures everyone at the table can savor its rich, delicate flavors. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a versatile topping, the Nut-Free Onsen Egg is a kitchen staple that combines tradition and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2000 ml water
- 500 ml cold water
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 2000ml of water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes. This will reduce the water temperature to around 80°C.
Meanwhile, prepare a bowl filled with 500ml of cold water.
Carefully add the 4 large eggs to the hot water in the pot, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Cover the pot with a lid and let the eggs sit undisturbed in the hot water for exactly 13 minutes.
After 13 minutes, gently transfer the eggs into the prepared cold water bath using a slotted spoon. This helps stop the cooking process and makes the eggs easier to handle.
Allow the eggs to cool in the cold water bath for about 2 minutes.
Carefully crack each egg into a small bowl and let the white and yolk slide out gently. Nestle them into the serving dishes of your choice.
Serve the onsen eggs immediately, seasoned with salt or soy sauce and garnished with chopped green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*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.
