The Foolproof Method for Making Perfect Poached Eggs

🥚The key to making perfect poached eggs is to use vinegar in the water, which helps set the outer layer of the egg white and create a teardrop shape.

🔥By cracking eggs directly from the refrigerator, they come up to room temperature as they soak in the vinegar solution, ensuring even cooking.

⏳Letting the eggs soak in the vinegar solution for about 10 minutes allows the acid to denature the outer layer of proteins, resulting in a coagulated egg white.

🍳When poaching the eggs, use gently simmering water and scoop the eggs into the water using a ladle to prevent the delicate egg white from spreading.

🧂Season the poached eggs with a pinch of salt and a grind of pepper before serving for added flavor.

Why do you use vinegar in the water?

—Vinegar helps set the outer layer of the egg white, resulting in a teardrop shape and preventing the delicate egg white from spreading.

Can I crack the eggs directly into the water without the vinegar solution?

—Cracking the eggs directly into the water without the vinegar solution may result in the egg whites spreading and not holding their shape.

How long should I let the eggs soak in the vinegar solution?

—Letting the eggs soak for about 10 minutes allows the vinegar to denature the outer layer of proteins, resulting in a coagulated egg white.

Can I poach multiple eggs at once?

—Yes, you can poach multiple eggs at once. Just make sure they're not overcrowded in the water to allow for even cooking.

How do I know when the poached eggs are done?

—The poached eggs are done when the egg whites have set, but the yolks are still soft. Cook them for approximately 2-3 minutes.

00:00In restaurant kitchens, poached eggs are made using a foolproof method.

00:10The preparation for the perfect poached eggs is simple and requires vinegar and water.

00:30Crack the eggs directly from the refrigerator and ensure they're not crowded in the vinegar solution.

01:00Let the eggs soak in the vinegar solution for about 10 minutes to denature the outer layer of proteins.

02:00Gently poach the eggs in simmering water using a ladle to prevent the delicate egg white from spreading.

03:00Season the poached eggs with salt and pepper before serving for added flavor.

04:00Enjoy the perfectly poached eggs with golden, tender egg whites and soft yolks.