Boiled Eggs
Boiled eggs are eggs—usually chicken eggs—that are cooked by placing them in boiling or near-boiling water until the yolk and white are set to your desired firmness.
Ingredients
- Eggs (as many as desired)
- Water
- Salt (optional – helps prevent cracking)
- Ice or cold water (for cooling)
Instructions
Prepare The Eggs
- Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan.
Add Water
- Fill the pot with enough cold water to cover the eggs by about 1 inch.
Boil
- Place the saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Once the water reaches a rolling boil, cover the pot with a lid and turn off the heat (for electric stove) or reduce to low (for gas).
Set A Timer
- Depending on how you like your eggs:
- Soft-boiled: 6–7 minutes
- Medium-boiled: 9–10 minutes
- Hard-boiled: 11–12 minutes
Cool The Eggs
- Immediately transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water or run under cold water for a few minutes.
- Let sit for at least 5 minutes to make peeling easier.
Peel And Serve
- Gently tap and roll the eggs to crack the shell.
- Peel under running water if needed.