Simple Poached Eggs
Master the art of making perfect poached eggs with this simple yet foolproof recipe! With just three ingredients—large eggs, white vinegar, and water—you can create a beautifully tender, silky egg with a luscious, runny yolk in less than 10 minutes. The secret? A gently simmering whirlpool in the water that ensures the egg whites elegantly wrap around the yolk for a flawless finish. Whether you're topping avocado toast, enhancing a fresh salad, or creating a protein-packed breakfast, these homemade poached eggs are as versatile as they are satisfying. This beginner-friendly recipe is the ultimate guide to achieving café-quality poached eggs right in your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Fill a medium-sized saucepan with 4 cups of water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. The water should have tiny bubbles forming on the bottom, but it should not be boiling.
Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to the water. This helps the egg whites coagulate faster, resulting in a neater poached egg.
Crack one egg into a small bowl or ramekin. This makes it easier to slide the egg gently into the water without breaking the yolk.
Once the water is gently simmering, use a spoon to create a small whirlpool in the center of the saucepan by stirring in a circular motion.
Carefully slide the egg from the bowl into the center of the whirlpool. The vortex will help the egg whites wrap around the yolk.
Let the egg cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or 5 minutes for a firmer yolk.
Using a slotted spoon, gently lift the poached egg out of the water and place it on a plate lined with a paper towel to drain any excess water.
Repeat the process with the second egg, ensuring the water is still gently simmering and creating a whirlpool each time.
Serve immediately on toast, salad, or any dish of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 169 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 149 mg | 3% | |
*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.
