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How to Make Soft-Boiled Eggs

Fitness enthusiasts can get about 6 grams of protein per egg. The preparation takes approximately 15 minutes.

Estimated Cooking Difficulty: ★★★

Required Ingredients and Tools

  • Eggs
  • Electric cooker
  • Water
  • Stopwatch (optional)

Quantities

  • 1 or more eggs (as many as your electric cooker can hold)
  • Cold water covering the eggs by about 2 cm

Instructions

  • Place the eggs in the electric cooker. Do not stack the eggs; they should all sit at the bottom with some space to move around.
  • Pour in cold water until it covers the eggs by about 2 cm.
  • Leave the lid open and heat on maximum power until the water reaches 85–95°C (slightly simmering, not fully boiling).
  • Turn off the heat, cover the lid, and let the eggs sit.
  • For a runny yolk center, let sit for 6 minutes.
  • For a fully set, crumbly yolk, let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Drain the water and rinse the eggs under cold water for about 1 minute to cool them down, then peel and serve.

Additional Notes

If you prefer your eggs more well-done, you can add more water according to your taste.

Warning Soft-boiled eggs carry a risk of Salmonella infection. It is not recommended to let them sit for less than 5 minutes.

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