Description
Make perfect soft-boiled eggs with runny yolks every time. This easy soft-boiled eggs recipe delivers consistently delicious results.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs, cold from the fridge
- Water for boiling, as needed to cover the eggs
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Water: Fill a medium saucepan with enough water to cover your eggs by about an inch. Bring the water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat to cook soft-boiled eggs.
- Cook the Eggs: Carefully lower the cold eggs into the boiling water using a spoon. Reduce the heat slightly to maintain a gentle boil. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes for soft, jammy yolks. This is the perfect soft-boiled egg time.
- Ice Bath: Prepare a bowl of ice water. Transfer the eggs to the ice water bath using a slotted spoon after cooking. Let them sit for 1-2 minutes. This step helps stop the cooking process.
- Peel and Serve: Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface, peel under cold running water, and serve immediately. Season your soft egg recipe with salt and pepper or on toast.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh eggs straight from the refrigerator.
- Adjust cooking time based on your preference for yolk runniness.
- Serve your soft-boiled eggs with toast, asparagus, or other sides.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 78
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Sodium: 62mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 213mg