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How to cook a soft-boiled egg

How to cook a soft-boiled egg

Cuisine type: Modern Australian
Cooking time: Less than 15 minutes
Special options: Kid friendly, Low Carb, Vegetarian
Course: Breakfast
Favourite flavours: Easy recipes

How to cook a soft-boiled egg
INGREDIENTS

There is a great debate and many points of view on how to boil the perfect egg. However, there are a few points that all the experts agree on.
METHOD

There is a great debate and many points of view on how to boil the perfect egg. However, there are a few points that all the experts agree on:

  • Always cook a fresh egg and one that is at room temperature (not straight out of the fridge).

  • Use a small pan, so that the eggs do not have room to move.

  • Start with cold water and only just cover the eggs by 1cm.

  • Always use a kitchen timer avoid using your watch or clock.

  • Never use fast boiling water; a gentle simmer is all they need.

  • Never boil eggs longer than necessary as the yolks turn dark and rubbery.


Place eggs into a small saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer for:

Really soft runny eggs – 2 minutes.

White just set and yolk that is creamy – 3 minutes.
White and yolk perfectly set with yolk that is creamy - 4 minutes.

Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and transfer to egg cups. Slice off tops and serve with buttered fingers (soldiers) of freshly toasted bread.

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