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Poached Eggs in the Microwave
Get perfectly Poached Eggs In The Microwave with no whirlpool, no vinegar water, and no fuss!
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings:
1
Calories:
126 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1/2 to 1 cup water cold
- 2 egg large
- salt to taste, sea salt
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
Instructions
- Fill a microwave-safe mug or bowl with enough water to fill it at least half way.
- Carefully crack an egg into the water-filled cup, and make sure it is fully submerged in water. If it's not, carefully add extra water.
- Cover the cup with a microwave-safe lid or plate.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then check the egg. If it's not perfectly poached to your liking yet, continue microwaving in 10-second bursts, checking between each one. The egg whites will look fully set when it's ready.
- Remove the cover and allow any steam to release safely. Take out the poached egg with a slotted spoon.
- Season with salt and pepper and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information
Calories
126kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Trans Fat
0.03g
(2%)
Cholesterol
327mg
(109%)
Sodium
131mg
(5%)
Potassium
121mg
(3%)
Sugar
0.3g
(1%)
Vitamin A
475IU
(10%)
Calcium
53mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 126
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 126kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 327mg | 109% |
| Sodium | 131mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 475IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.