Published 1/2/2023 • Updated 6/7/2023 Eat them on their own as a healthy snack, or pair them with a dish of your choice. These tasty eggs go great with just about everything!
The Best Soft Boiled Eggs
Welcome to the ultimate tried and true method of making the BEST soft-boiled eggs! The soft-boiled technique may be more challenging compared to hard-boiled eggs, but the only tricky part is the boiling time. Once you’ve got that part down, you’re golden. Don’t worry — we’ve got all the info you need right here. Soft-boiled eggs are a versatile food that tastes amazing with many different types of dishes. They’re a popular ingredient in ramen, salads, or nestled in an egg cup as a dipping for toast.
What Are Soft-Boiled Eggs Good For?
Soft-boiled eggs taste fantastic with anything from soups to noodles, rice bowls to salads, and toast. Just break open the yolk and spread its rich and jammy glory for an even more decadent dish! No more trial and error! Following this recipe will give you the perfect soft-boiled eggs — every time. Our cooking method makes for the easiest, no-fuss peel.
The Only Ingredient You Need
Large eggs: any size eggs will do, but keep in mind that fresher is better, and the smaller the egg, the faster it will cook!
Don’t forget to sprinkle on some salt and pepper! They’re essential for bringing out all the great flavor.
How to Make Soft Boiled Eggs
BOIL WATER + ADD EGGS
In a large saucepan, bring 5 cups of water to a rapid boil over high heat. Then carefully add 4 eggs to the boiling water and set a timer for 5 minutes.
PREP ICE BATH
While the eggs boil, prepare a bowl of ice water bath by adding ice to a large bowl and covering the ice with cold water. Make sure there’s enough water to cover your eggs completely.
BOIL + DUNK EGGS IN ICE
Continue to boil the eggs until the 5 minutes are complete. Don’t boil a minute longer. Then, use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the pot and place them in the I’ve bath for 5 minutes.
PEEL + SERVE
Finally, remove the eggs from the ice bath and carefully peel them, ensuring all the egg shells are off. Serve and enjoy your delicious soft-boiled eggs!
How Do You Peel a Soft-Boiled Egg?
It can be tricky to peel an egg without it taking a while, damaging the egg, or making a mess. Here’s our tried and true method for an effortlessly peeled egg:
Top Tips for Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs
Use fresh eggs: The fresher the eggs, the better. Be sure to check the date on your eggs before frying them. For even easier peeling: boil your water with vinegar and salt. Or, use the tap-and-roll method, which involves tapping your egg on the counter and giving it a gentle roll. Use a timer: We highly recommend using a timer to ensure that your eggs finish cooking at the most opportune time. No one wants an overcooked yolk!
What to Serve with Soft Boiled Eggs
Classic Ramen Ramen Chicken Noodle Soup Sticky Rice Asian Salad Maple Sausage Patties Breakfast Potatoes Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls Black Bean Breakfast Bowls Smoothies
Storage
Store your soft-boiled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs
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