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Soft Boiled Eggs Recipe

These eggs have tender whites and a runny yolk. These eggs go great alone, over rice, or as a flavorful addition to grilled vegetables, noodles, and in ramen soup.
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Course: Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Keyword: 10 minutes or less, easy, eggs, soft boiled
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 63kcal

Equipment

  • 1 small pot
  • 1 slotted spoon

Ingredients

  • 2 Fresh eggs
  • Water
  • Ice optional

Instructions

Prepare the Eggs

  • Take the desired number of fresh eggs out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes.
    2 Fresh eggs

Boil the Water

  • Fill a saucepan with water, ensuring there's enough water to cover the eggs by an inch.
    Water
  • Place the saucepan on the stove over high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.

Simmer the Eggs

  • Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water using a slotted spoon to prevent cracking.
  • Set a timer for 5 minutes for a runny yolk, depending on the desired consistency. 4 minutes for very runny.

Prepare an Ice Bath (Optional)

  • While the eggs simmer, fill a bowl with cold water and ice.
    Ice

Transfer the Eggs

  • Once the timer goes off, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice bath using the slotted spoon to halt the cooking process. If not using an ice bath, transfer the eggs directly to a plate.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel and discard the shell.
  • Sprinkle the soft boiled eggs with salt and pepper if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Notes
  • For consistent results, it's best to use eggs at room temperature.
  • Adjust the cooking time based on egg size and desired yolk consistency.
  • Gently tap the boiled egg on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel it slowly. It will be better if the egg is under water so water can get under the membrane, and the shell will loosen. (When I worked at a restaurant, that is how they peeled the eggs)

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Soft Boiled Eggs Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
63
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
164
mg
55
%
Sodium
 
62
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
61
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.3
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.2
g
0
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
238
IU
5
%
Calcium
 
25
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.