Poached Egg Yolks
Elevate your breakfast, brunch, or dinner game with perfectly delicate Poached Egg Yolks! This minimalist, yet elegant recipe spotlights the silky richness of gently poached yolks, creating a luxurious, custardy treat that pairs effortlessly with toast, fresh greens, or pasta dishes. With just a handful of pantry staples like egg yolks, white vinegar, and water, this recipe comes together in under 10 minutes for a sophisticated touch to any meal. The key to success lies in the gentle simmering technique and a swirl of water to cradle the yolks as they cook. Customize the final presentation with a sprinkle of salt and freshly cracked black pepper for a restaurant-worthy finish. Perfect for purists and culinary adventurers alike, these poached yolks prove that simplicity can be utterly decadent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Egg yolks (separated from whites)
- 4 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly cracked black pepper (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Carefully separate the egg yolks from the whites, ensuring the yolks remain intact. Set the yolks aside in small individual bowls or ramekins for easy handling.
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Ensure the water is steaming but not boiling, with small bubbles forming at the bottom of the pan.
Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to the water. The vinegar helps the yolks maintain their shape during poaching.
Using a spoon, create a gentle whirlpool in the water by stirring in a circular motion. This step is optional but helps the yolks settle more evenly in the water.
Carefully slide one egg yolk at a time into the simmering water. To do this, tilt the ramekin close to the water's surface and gently release the yolk into the center.
Allow the yolks to poach for 2-3 minutes for a runny center, or up to 4-5 minutes for a slightly firmer, custard-like texture.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove each poached yolk from the water and place them on a plate lined with a paper towel to drain any excess water.
Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper, if desired, and serve immediately as a topping for toast, salads, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 736 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 545 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 96 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.
