Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs
Achieve breakfast perfection with these **Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs**, a simple yet essential recipe for getting that golden, runny yolk just right every time! With only 4 ingredients and ready in under 15 minutes, these soft boiled eggs are a cornerstone for any brunch plate or as a protein-packed snack. Learn the ultimate technique for gently boiling eggs to achieve your preferred yolk consistency—whether slightly runny or tenderly set. Quick to make, these eggs are cooled in an ice bath to ensure easy peeling, and their versatile flavor pairs beautifully with toast, avocado, or salads. Elevate your mornings with this foolproof method for soft boiled egg perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 4 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Fill a medium-sized saucepan with 4 cups of water and add 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
Once the water is boiling, carefully lower 4 large eggs into the water using a slotted spoon.
Reduce the heat to a medium-high simmer and set a timer for exactly 6 minutes if you prefer the yolk runnier, or 7 minutes for a slightly more set yolk.
While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water.
Once the timer goes off, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit in the ice bath for about 3-5 minutes.
Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell and peel it under running water for ease.
Serve the soft boiled eggs immediately, either on their own or as part of a dish. Enjoy the perfectly runny yolk!
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 | 1489 mg | 65% | |
| 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 | 170 mg | 13% | |
| 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.
