Perfect Poached Eggs

Learn how to make perfect poached eggs that do not stick to the pan, fall apart, or create foam. Follow this method to achieve soft, tender, round, and beautiful poached eggs every time.

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Preparation Time:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
Eggs: as needed, choose fresh eggs with a rough surface
Salt: a pinch
Water
Instructions:

Preparing the Eggs:
Select Fresh Eggs:
Choose eggs with a rough surface; these are fresher and the egg white and yolk are less likely to separate.
Shake the eggs; if you hear a sound, the egg is not fresh.
Clean the Eggs:
Add a pinch of salt to a bowl of water.
Wash the eggs thoroughly in this water to remove dirt and bacteria. Clean until the eggs shine.
Preparing the Water:
Boil Water:

Pour water into a pot, cover, and bring it to a boil.
Prepare Plates:
While the water is boiling, prepare shallow plates by adding a little water and giving it a few turns.
Crack Eggs:
Crack each egg into a separate prepared plate.
Cooking the Eggs:
Turn Off Heat:
Once the water is boiling, turn off the heat and wait until the water stops bubbling.
Add Eggs to Water:
Slowly slide the eggs from the plates into the hot water, ensuring the plates are close to the water surface to prevent the egg whites and yolks from separating.
Simmer:
Cover the pot and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 1 to 2 minutes until set.
For soft, candy-hearted eggs, simmer for 1 to 2 minutes. For firmer eggs, cover and cook for another 3 minutes on the lowest heat.
Check Eggs:

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