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Perfectly Poached Eggs Recipe

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Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 64 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
  • 3 eggs
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Add the vinegar to a medium-size pot of simmering water in between low and medium heat.
  2. While the water is heating crack the eggs into 3 separate small bowls and set them aside.
  3. Next, using a spoon vigorously stir the simmering water in a circle for about 10 seconds.
  4. Immediately pour 1 egg into the center of the vortex and cook for 2:30 to 3:00 minutes for an over-easy style yolk.
  5. Remove the yolk using a slotted spoon making sure to get off any excess water and season with salt and pepper and serve.

Notes

  • Chef Notes:
  • Make-Ahead: Poached eggs are meant to be eaten immediately after cooking.
  • How to Reheat: Reheat the poached eggs by adding them to hot simmering water until warm. You can also warm in the microwave.
  • How to Store: Cover and keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Poached eggs do not freeze well.
  • White distilled vinegar is the best option to use.
  • You may also use a whisk to create the vortex in the water.
  • Any color egg will work for this recipe.
  • When the water is simmering, there will be bubbles at the bottom of the pan, but they should not be breaking the surface.

Nutrition Information

Calories 64kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 164mg (55%) Sodium 63mg (3%) Potassium 61mg (2%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 238IU (5%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 64

% Daily Value*

Calories 64kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 164mg 55%
Sodium 63mg 3%
Potassium 61mg 1%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 238IU 5%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

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