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How to Poach an Egg
Learn how to make perfect poached eggs with delicate yet firm whites and a runny yolk. This technique requires no special equipment—just a pot of boiling water.
👥 1 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 3 min🔥 Cook: 3 min👤 Georgia Goode📖 thepioneerwoman
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●pot
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil, then salt the water. Meanwhile, crack an egg (or 2, or 3!) into a small cup.
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2
With a spoon, begin stirring the boiling water in a large, circular motion.
3
When the water is swirling like a tornado, add the eggs. The swirling water will help the egg white wrap around itself as it cooks.
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4
Cook for about 2 1/2 to ⏱️ 3 minutes.
5
Using a slotted spoon, remove the egg (or eggs) to a plate.
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Nutrition Facts
calories
61 Calories
fat Content
4 g
fiber Content
0 g
sugar Content
0 g
sodium Content
61 mg
protein Content
5 g
trans Fat Content
0 g
cholesterol Content
160 mg
carbohydrate Content
0 g
saturated Fat Content
1 g
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