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Perfect Poached Eggs Recipe

By Karina Carrel · CafedelitesPublic

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Unlock the secret to the perfect poached egg. This simple, foolproof method guides you to creating delicately firm whites and a beautifully runny, liquid-gold yolk every time. An essential technique for elevating everything from classic Eggs Benedict to simple avocado toast.

Prep
2 min
Cook
10 min
Total
12 min
Servings
4

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Ingredients

For 4 people

  • 4large eggs
  • 2 tbspwhite vinegar
  • —non-stick baking spray

Steps

  1. 1

    Fill a saucepan with at least 4 inches of water. Add white vinegar and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Stir the simmering water to create a gentle whirlpool.

  3. 3

    Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently slide it into the center of the whirlpool.

  4. 4

    Cook for 3 minutes for a runny yolk.

  5. 5

    Lift the poached egg from the water with a slotted spoon, draining any excess water.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the remaining eggs.

  7. 7

    Lightly grease a small ramekin or heat safe dish with non stick cooking spray.

  8. 8

    Add 2 tbsp water to each cup.

  9. 9

    Preheat the Air fryer (with the cups of water in it) to 205°C/ 200°c for 5 minutes

  10. 10

    Carefully open the air fryer so the water doesn’t spill out of the cups.

  11. 11

    Crack one egg into each cup. The egg white may begin to cook as you do this due to the hot water.

  12. 12

    Cook at 180°C/190°c for 6.30min

  13. 13

    Use a spoon to gently lift it out of the cup onto your plate or onto a piece of toast.

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Per portion

Calories
~1.6 kcal
Protein
~0 g
Fat
~0 g
Carbs
~0 g
Fiber
~0 g
Sodium
~0.2 mg

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