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How to Poach Eggs

How to poach the perfect egg every single time in just five minutes.
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time6 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, French, Mediterranean
Keyword: eggs, how to poach eggs, poached eggs
Servings: 1 serving
Author: The Modern Nonna

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

  • Over a bowl crack the egg through a fine mesh sieve. This will allow the loose egg whites to separate. You can save the loose egg whites for another recipe.
  • In a pot on the stove add water and let it come to a simmer.
  • Add the vinegar and as it simmers give it a little swirl with a spoon or anything you have on hand.
  • Gently add the egg and set the timer for five minutes.
  • Remove it with a slotted spoon and set it onto a plate with paper towel. Increase the time accordingly if you like a firm egg and not a runny yolk.
  • Enjoy on toast, salads, English muffins or any other way.

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Nutrition

Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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