Are you tired of overcooked, rubbery eggs or eggs that are impossible to peel? Get ready to become a hard-boiled egg master with this foolproof method that guarantees restaurant-quality results right in your own kitchen! Whether you're preparing a protein-packed snack, prepping for meal prep, or crafting the ultimate deviled eggs, this simple technique will transform your egg game forever.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 17 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- Water
- Ice (for ice bath)
Instructions
- Place the 4 large eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a saucepan or pot.
- Add enough cold water to the pan to cover the eggs by about an inch.
- Place the pan over high heat and bring the water to a boil.
- Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Let the eggs cook for 12 minutes for large eggs. You can cook them for 6 minutes for soft-boiled or 15 minutes for extra-large eggs.
- After the cooking time has elapsed, immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Let the eggs sit in the ice bath for 5 minutes to cool down.
- Crack the eggs gently and peel off the shells.
- Rinse the eggs with cold water to remove any remaining bits of shell.
- The hard-boiled eggs are now ready to eat or use in other recipes.
Tips
- Always use eggs that are a few days old, as fresh eggs can be more difficult to peel.
- Start with eggs at room temperature to prevent cracking during cooking.
- Use a timer precisely - even 1-2 minutes can change the egg's texture dramatically.
- The ice bath is crucial for stopping the cooking process and creating easy-to-peel eggs.
- Gently tap the egg on a hard surface and roll it to create small cracks all over before peeling.
- Peel eggs under running cold water to help separate the shell more easily.
- Store peeled hard-boiled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For the most consistent results, use a timer and pay close attention to cooking time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 70kcal
Carbohydrates: 0g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 185mg
