Description
Soft boiled eggs are a breakfast classic that effortlessly combine simplicity and sophistication. With their tender whites encasing a luscious, runny yolk, these eggs elevate any meal. Perfectly cooked in just six to seven minutes, they shine on toast, fresh salads, or as a delightful addition to your favorite dishes. This easy recipe ensures you achieve the ideal soft-boiled egg every time, making them perfect for busy mornings or relaxed brunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large organic eggs
- Water (enough to cover eggs)
- Ice cubes (for ice bath)
- Cold water (for ice bath)
Instructions
- Bring a medium pot of water to a gentle boil.
- Carefully lower the eggs into the boiling water using a slotted spoon.
- Cook for 6 minutes for runny yolks (7 minutes for slightly firmer).
- Prepare an ice bath with ice cubes and cold water.
- Transfer cooked eggs immediately into the ice bath for 5 minutes.
- Gently tap and roll each egg on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel under running water.
- Serve on toast or alongside your favorite dish, sprinkling with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large egg (50g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg