**Unveiling the Secrets of Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs: A Culinary Journey Through Three Foolproof Recipes**
In the culinary realm, few tasks are as seemingly simple yet potentially treacherous as boiling an egg. The quest for the perfect hard-boiled egg, with its firm, tender white and a luscious, golden yolk, can often turn into a frustrating endeavor marked by cracked shells, overcooked yolks, or, worst of all, a green ring around the yolk. But fear not, aspiring chefs! This definitive guide presents three foolproof recipes that will elevate your egg-boiling skills to new heights. Discover the secrets to achieving consistently perfect hard-boiled eggs, whether you prefer the classic stovetop method, the gentle embrace of a steamer, or the convenience of an appliance like the Instant Pot. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where every egg is a triumph, ready to grace your salads, sandwiches, deviled eggs, and countless other dishes with their delectable presence.
KEN'S PERFECT HARD BOILED EGG (AND I MEAN PERFECT)
Couldn't sleep one night so I researched several ways to hard boil eggs and developed this process. While you do not taste the vinegar or salt, they both pull the skin from the eggshell so it peels easily without tearing or sticking. Family members call them 'Ken's Eggs'. Enjoy!
Provided by Ken
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the salt, vinegar, and water in a large pot, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the eggs one at a time, being careful not to crack them. Reduce the heat to a gentle boil, and cook for 14 minutes.
- Once the eggs have cooked, remove them from the hot water, and place into a container of ice water or cold, running water. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 5 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 947.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
A PERFECT HARD-BOILED EGG
Master this simple technique and every hard-boiled egg you make from here on out will have a perfectly-cooked, creamy sunshine center. Here are loads of recipes to make with them.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories breakfast, brunch, easy, lunch, quick, snack, finger foods, main course, side dish
Time 20m
Yield Varies
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place eggs in a single layer in a heavy saucepan and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Add 1 teaspoon salt (Salting the water helps minimize leaks if the eggs crack in the pan; the egg whites coagulate and seal off the crack more quickly). Turn the heat to high. As soon as the water comes to a gentle boil, turn off the heat and cover the pan.
- For creamy yolks, remove the lid after 10 minutes and run cold water over eggs for 1 minute. Set aside to cool at room temperature. For firmer yolks, leave the eggs to cool in the cooking water, uncovered, for up to 2 hours. To test if an egg has been cooked, spin it on a counter. A hard boiled egg spins faster than a raw egg.
- To peel, gently tap a boiled egg against the counter, turning and tapping to make a crackle pattern. Start peeling at the broad end, where there is an air pocket. Running the egg under cold water is not necessary, unless they are too hot to handle.
NEVER-FAIL HARD-BOILED EGGS
Try this never-fail method of cooking hard-boiled eggs for a dozen eggs that are perfect for snacking, using in salads, or making deviled eggs.
Provided by Vanessa Sue
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Fill a pot with enough water to cover all eggs. Bring to a boil. Lower eggs gently into the boiling water using a slotted spoon.
- Return to a gentle boil and cook for 13 to 15 minutes, depending on how firm you want the yolks. Remove from heat and drain water, keeping eggs in the pot. Fill the pot quickly with cold water to cool eggs. Add ice to speed the process.
- When eggs are cool enough to handle, remove each one and gently crack the shell on all sides, without removing any shell. Place eggs back in the cold water and let stand for 15 minutes. Peel and remove egg shells to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 62.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
HARD BOILED EGGS IN THE OVEN
This is an easy alternative to boiling when you need to make a lot of eggs at once. Red dots may appear on the shells and a little on the whites, but you can cut away those parts. The eggs still taste great.
Provided by user
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Put 1 egg in each of 12 muffin cups.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Plunge baked eggs in a large bowl filled with ice water until cooled completely, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Cholesterol 162.8 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 130.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
HOW TO COOK PERFECT HARD-BOILED EGGS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: eggs, water, ice
Provided by Jody Duits
Categories Breakfast
Yield 6 eggs
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place eggs in a pot. Cover with cold water until the eggs are covered by about 1 inch (2 cm) of water.
- Bring to a boil, uncovered. Once boiling, take off the heat.
- Cover and cook for 4-16 minutes, depending on preference (4-6 minutes for soft-boiled, 8-10 minutes for medium-boiled, 12-16 minutes for hard-boiled). In the meantime, fill a large bowl with ice and cold water, creating an ice bath.
- Once eggs reach desired cook-time, immediately remove the eggs from pot and place in the ice bath. Allow eggs to cool for 10-15 minutes.
- To peel, lightly tap the eggs on a flat surface, then gently roll back and forth (taking extra care with soft-boiled eggs).
- Pull away the loosened shell and peel any remaining pieces.
- Serve as is or incorporate into your favorite recipe that requires hard-boiled eggs.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 0 grams
PERFECT HARD BOILED EGGS (TECHNIQUE)
No fail! Never undercook or overcook your eggs again. I came across this method in my search to avoid the ugly green cast that yolks take on when overcooked. Add on a couple minutes to soak time if you use Jumbo eggs.
Provided by DangerBun
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 2m
Yield 12 eggs
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Put eggs in large pot.
- Cover with water so that there is at least an inch of water above the eggs.
- Add a pinch of salt.
- Turn on heat (med high) and heat, uncovered, to a boil.
- If you have more than a single layer of eggs, you may want to stir them occasionally (gently!) while they heat.
- Once the water comes to a boil, watch your clock and let it boil for 2 minutes.
- Remove pot from the heat and cover with lid.
- Let sit, covered, for 11 minutes.
- Drain and cool eggs for 2 minutes in ice water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.5, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 186, Sodium 83.9, Carbohydrate 0.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 6.3
HARD-BOILED EGGS IN THE OVEN
Making hard-boiled eggs in the oven is just as quick and effective as preparing them on the stovetop. This method is perfect if you're preparing large quantities for gatherings and parties. -Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Place 6 eggs in silicone muffin cups. Bake 25-30 minutes; remove from oven. Rinse eggs in cold water and place in ice water until completely cooled. Drain and refrigerate. Remove shells; if desired, cut eggs before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use eggs that are at least 7 days old. Older eggs have a thinner shell, which makes them less likely to crack during boiling.
- Place the eggs in a single layer in the bottom of a saucepan.
- Cover the eggs with cold water by at least 1 inch.
- Bring the water to a rapid boil over high heat.
- Immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and cover it.
- Let the eggs stand in the hot water for the desired amount of time (see table below).
- Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- Peel the eggs under cold running water.
Conclusion:
By following these tips, you can achieve perfectly hard-boiled eggs every time. Whether you prefer your eggs soft-boiled, medium-boiled, or hard-boiled, this method will give you the perfect results. So next time you're making deviled eggs, egg salad, or simply a snack, try this method for perfectly hard-boiled eggs.
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