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Poached Eggs

Perfectly poached eggs with a runny yolk and tender whites, ideal for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

Eggs
  • 4 large eggs Fresh eggs are recommended for best results.
Water
  • 4 cups water For poaching.
Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar Helps to coagulate the egg whites.
Salt
  • to taste salt For seasoning.

Method
 

Prepare the Water
  1. Fill a saucepan with 4 cups of water and add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Crack the Eggs
  1. Crack each egg into a small bowl, being careful not to break the yolk.
Poach the Eggs
  1. Once the water is simmering, create a gentle whirlpool by stirring the water. Carefully slide one egg at a time into the center of the whirlpool.
  2. Cook the eggs for about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or longer for a firmer yolk.
Remove and Serve
  1. Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the water and drain them on a paper towel. Season with salt and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 63mgVitamin A: 270IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.9mg

Notes

Serve poached eggs on toast, salads, or as part of a larger breakfast dish.

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