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Poached Eggs Recipe

This Poached Eggs Recipe keeps it simple—no gimmicks and no guesswork required.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2 person
Calories: 64 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Crack the eggs in separate small bowls and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the vinegar then reduce to low heat. Stir the water to create a vortex, then pour the egg into the middle of the vortex.
  3. Slowly simmer the eggs for 3 minutes, then remove the poached egg from the water. Set on a paper towel to remove excess water.
  4. Season the poached eggs with salt and pepper. Serve on bread or toast and garnish with chopped chives.

Notes

  • Poacher cups make it easier to produce eggs in the right shape but they're by no means necessary. Between the vinegar and the whirlpool, your eggs should resemble a small, manageable circle, ideal for serving.
  • Vinegar helps to retain the shape of the egg while cooking. Use only white vinegar, otherwise your eggs will change color.

Nutrition Information

Calories 64kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 0.3g (0%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 164mg (55%) Sodium 63mg (3%) Potassium 64mg (2%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 238IU (5%) Vitamin C 0.04mg (0%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2person

Amount Per Serving

Calories 64

% Daily Value*

Calories 64kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 0.3g 0%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 164mg 55%
Sodium 63mg 3%
Potassium 64mg 1%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 238IU 5%
Vitamin C 0.04mg 0%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

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