Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
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4.6
Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
Description
Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs uses pressure cooking to steam eggs on a rack inside the pot with water below. The eggs cook under high pressure for a few minutes, followed by natural pressure release or quick release depending on doneness preference. Then, rinsing eggs under cold running water stops cooking and makes peeling easier.
The flavor is straightforward, with the eggs retaining their normal taste but cooked more evenly through the efficient sealed environment. The texture ranges from fully hard boiled to slightly softer yolks depending on the pressure cooking time chosen, offering some versatility for different uses.
These eggs can be served as a snack, in salads, or for meal prep. The Instant Pot method yields consistent eggs quickly without the need to watch boiling water or time closely. It also simplifies peeling compared to traditional methods.
Ingredients
- 4 large egg
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Place the rack in the bottom of the pot. Pour the water in the pot. Place the eggs on the rack.
- Close the lid and seal. Cook on high pressure on manual for 5 minutes. Keep the lid on for natural release 5 minutes then use the quick release and open the lid once the steam escapes. Quickly run the eggs under cold running water until cool enough to hold. Peel right away.
- Close the lid and seal. Cook on high pressure on manual for 3 minutes. Quick release and open the lid once the steam escapes. Quickly run the eggs under cold running water until cool enough to hold. Peel right away.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4eggs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1egg | |
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.5g | 0% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 186mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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