How to boil eggs

Add salt or vinegar (optional)

If you want to prevent the eggs from cracking during cooking, you can add a pinch of salt or a tablespoon of vinegar to the water. This will help stabilize the egg proteins and prevent any cracks.

Turn on the heat

Place the pot on the stove and turn on the heat to high flame. Let the water reach boiling point before adding the eggs.

Add the eggs

Using a spoon, gently add the eggs to the boiling water. Make sure they are completely immersed and not overlapping.

Reduce the flame

After adding the eggs, reduce the flame to medium-low to maintain a gentle boil without making it too violent. This way, you will avoid breaking the eggs during cooking.

Cooking time calculation

Depending on the desired degree of doneness, cooking time can vary from 4 to 12 minutes. For hard-boiled eggs, cook for 8-10 minutes; for soft-boiled eggs, cook for only 4-5 minutes.

• 4-5 minutes: soft-boiled egg
• 6-7 minutes: lightly cooked egg
• 8-9 minutes: hard-boiled egg with soft yolk
• 10-12 minutes: hard-boiled egg with hard yolk

Remember that cooking time depends on the size of the eggs and stove power, so you may need to do some trial and error before finding your perfect time.

After completing cooking, turn off the heat and remove the eggs from the water using a slotted spoon or strainer. Immediately immerse them in cold water to stop cooking and facilitate shell removal.

Boiling Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs are a versatile and nutritious food that can be used in many different dishes. But how do you boil them correctly? Here are the steps to follow:

Step 1: Choose the right eggs

First of all, it's important to choose fresh eggs that work best because they have a firmer texture and peel more easily. Also, make sure the eggs are not cracked or broken.

Step 2: Prepare the water

Put enough water in a pot to completely cover the eggs on high heat and bring the water to a boil.

Step 3: Add the eggs

Carefully add the eggs to the boiling water with a spoon. Make sure each egg is completely immersed in the water.

Step 4: Adjust cooking time

Depending on desired consistency, adjust cooking time. For soft yolk, let cook for about 6-7 minutes. For medium yolk, cook for about 8-9 minutes. For fully cooked yolk, let cook for about 10-12 minutes.

Step 5: Drain and cool the eggs

When the eggs are cooked, drain them from the boiling water and put them in a bowl of cold water to stop cooking. Let them cool for a few minutes before peeling.

Step 6: Peel the eggs

Peeling eggs can be a bit tricky, but with some practice it will become easier. To peel the egg, hold it under running water while peeling it. This will help easily remove the thin membrane between the shell and the egg.

• To peel a hard-boiled egg:
• Gently tap the end of the egg on a hard surface like a table or pot to create cracks in the shell.
• Start peeling the egg from the wider end where the yolk is located. Carefully remove the shell, trying not to tear the thin film that covers the egg.
• To peel a raw egg:
• Gently tap the end of the egg on a hard surface like a table or pot to create cracks in the shell.
• Start peeling the egg from the smaller end where there is air. Carefully remove the shell, trying not to break the egg.

Follow these steps and you'll have perfect hard-boiled eggs every time!

Cooling and Peeling Eggs

After boiling eggs, it's important to cool them before peeling. This will make it easier to remove the shell without damaging the underlying egg.

There are several methods for cooling eggs, but one of the simplest is to rinse them under cold running water for at least one minute. This will help quickly cool down the surface of the eggs and make them easy to separate from their shells.

Alternatively, you can immerse eggs in a bowl of cold water with ice cubes for a few minutes. Be sure to change out the water occasionally to keep it fresh.

Once cooled, you can proceed with peeling your eggs. To do so, gently tap the bottom of an egg on your work surface or cutting board to create small cracks in its shell. Then, gently roll the egg under your hand to loosen the shell from the inside of the egg. Finally, carefully peel the egg starting from the wider end of the crack.

• Rinse eggs under cold running water for at least one minute.
• Immerse eggs in a bowl of cold water with ice cubes for a few minutes.
• Gently tap the bottom of an egg on your work surface or cutting board to create small cracks in its shell.
• Gently roll the egg under your hand to loosen the shell from the inside of the egg.
• Carefully peel the egg starting from the wider end of the crack.

Conclusion

Boiling eggs is a fundamental cooking technique that may seem simple but takes some practice to master. With these tips, you'll be able to boil perfect eggs every time. Remember to choose fresh eggs and follow cooking times closely. Also, don't forget to cool and peel your eggs properly for optimal results.

Whether you're preparing a hard-boiled egg as a quick snack or using it as an ingredient in a more complex recipe, knowing how to boil eggs is a skill that will come in handy in the kitchen.