Perfect soft boiled egg

NadiaRecipe Author
Ingredients
1
Person(s)
  • as needed
    Large Eggs
  • as needed
    Water
  • as needed
    Salt
  • as needed
    Bread or Toast

I like eggs prepared any way, but soft boiled eggs and poached eggs are my favorite. They are very easy and quick to make. To make a perfect soft boiled egg a timer is a must.

Nutrition is estimated per one large egg and excludes optional bread or toast and added salt.

Directions
  • Step 1

    Bring a small pot of water to a boil.

  • Step 2

    Lower the heat so the water is gently simmering.

  • Step 3

    Using a spoon, carefully lower the eggs into the simmering water one at a time.

  • Step 4

    For 1 to 2 eggs, cook for 5 minutes.

  • Step 5

    For 3 to 4 eggs, add another 30 to 60 seconds of cooking time.

  • Step 6

    Run the cooked eggs under cold water for 30 to 60 seconds to stop the cooking.

  • Step 7

    Peel back the top of each egg, sprinkle with salt, and serve with crusty bread or toast.

Nutritions
  • Calories:
    72 kcal
    4%
  • Protein:
    6.3 g
    13%
  • Carbohydrates:
    0.4 g
  • Sugar:
    0.2 g
  • Salt:
    0.18 g
    3%
  • Energy:
    301 kJ
    4%
  • Fat:
    4.8 g
    6%