Easy Poached Eggs
How to make easy poached eggs, no vinegar required.
Prep 5 min · Cook 15 min · Total 20 min · Makes 1 poached egg
Ingredients
- Eggs
- Water
- Egg
- Egg whites
- Egg white
Directions
Bring a medium pot of water to a simmer, then reduce heat until it is barely quivering. It should register 180 to 190 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Carefully break 1 egg into a small bowl, then tip into a fine mesh strainer. Carefully swirl egg around strainer, using your finger to rub off any excess loose egg whites that drop through. Gently tip egg into water. Swirl gently with a wooden spoon for 10 seconds, just until egg begins to set. Repeat straining and tipping with remaining eggs. Cook, swirling occasionally, until egg whites are fully set but yolks are still soft, about 4 minutes.