How to Soft Boil An Egg

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  • Cook Time

    mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    2

  • Calories

    72 kcal

How to Soft Boil An Egg

Learn how to soft boil an egg and make perfect soft boiled eggs every single time!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 medium-large eggs

To serve:

  • sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper to taste
  • bread cut into strips and toasted
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Instructions

  1. Fill a pan with water and bring the water to a boil. When the water boils, add 1 teaspoon of optional vinegar if you want, and lower the heat to a gentle simmer.
  2. Place the eggs on a slotted spoon and carefully lower them into the boiling water, anmd simmer for 4 minutes.
  3. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and immediately place under cool running water to stop the cooking process.
  4. Transfer the eggs onto the egg-cups. To remove the cap, gently tap around the top with a dented knife or use an egg-cutter. Season your perfect soft-boiled eggs with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy straight away with toasted bread on the side.

Notes

  • Egg size:
  • For small eggs, allow 30 seconds less cooking time.
  • For large eggs, allow 30 seconds more cooking time.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1egg Calories 72kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 0.4g (0%) Protein 6.3g (13%) Fat 4.8g (7%) Saturated Fat 1.6g (8%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1.8g Cholesterol 186mg (62%) Sodium 71mg (3%) Potassium 69mg (2%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 5.4IU (0%) Calcium 2.2mg (0%) Iron 4.9mg (27%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 72 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1egg
Calories 72kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 0.4g 0%
Protein 6.3g 13%
Fat 4.8g 7%
Saturated Fat 1.6g 8%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1.8g 9%
Cholesterol 186mg 62%
Sodium 71mg 3%
Potassium 69mg 1%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 5.4IU 0%
Calcium 2.2mg 0%
Iron 4.9mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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