Best 8 Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs Recipes

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**Title: Journey into the World of Perfectly Soft-Boiled Eggs: A Culinary Exploration of Three Unique Recipes**

In the culinary realm, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, lies a timeless delicacy that has captivated taste buds for centuries: the soft-boiled egg. This versatile ingredient, swathed in a tender, creamy embrace, offers a symphony of flavors and textures that elevate any dish to new heights. Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into three distinct recipes that showcase the versatility and artistry of soft-boiled eggs, promising an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

**1. Classic Soft-Boiled Egg: A Culinary Cornerstone:**

This foundational recipe embodies the essence of simplicity and perfection. With just a few carefully timed minutes in boiling water, the egg reveals a golden yolk enveloped in a cloud-like white, ready to be savored on its own or adorned with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

**2. Soft-Boiled Egg with Avocado and Smoked Salmon: A Modern Twist:**

This contemporary creation marries the richness of soft-boiled eggs with the velvety smoothness of avocado and the smoky allure of salmon. Slices of ripe avocado cradle the perfectly cooked egg, while ribbons of smoked salmon add a savory dimension. Drizzled with a tangy vinaigrette, this dish tantalizes the palate with its harmonious blend of flavors.

**3. Soft-Boiled Egg and Asparagus Salad: A Spring Symphony:**

As spring awakens the earth, this vibrant salad captures the essence of the season. Tender asparagus spears, blanched to perfection, mingle with halved soft-boiled eggs, creating a delightful interplay of textures. A zesty lemon-herb dressing brings the salad to life, infusing each bite with a refreshing burst of flavor.

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the versatility and allure of soft-boiled eggs. From the classic simplicity of the foundational recipe to the modern elegance of the avocado and smoked salmon combination and the vibrant freshness of the asparagus salad, these recipes offer a tantalizing exploration of flavors and textures. Let your taste buds be captivated as you discover the endless possibilities of this culinary gem.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

THE PERFECT BOILED EGGS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen eggs

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 dozen large eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Put the eggs in a large pot with a lid. Pour cool water over the eggs until fully submerged and add the baking soda to the water. Put the pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Once the water is at a rolling boil, turn off the heat and cover the pot with the lid. Allow the eggs to sit in the hot water for the following times according to the desired doneness: 3 minutes for SOFT boiled; 6 minutes for MEDIUM boiled; 12 minutes for HARD boiled.
  • Prepare a bowl of ice water. Transfer the cooked eggs to the ice water to cool completely before peeling.

MARTHA'S SOFT-BOILED EGGS



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Despite its name, the boiled egg shouldn't be boiled throughout the cooking process-a method that yields a rubbery result-but rather brought to a boil and then immediately removed from heat. Serve with buttered toast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 large eggs
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan large enough to accommodate them in a single layer. Fill the pan with cold water, covering eggs by an inch. Set over medium-high heat, and bring to a boil. Turn off heat, cover, and let stand 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Remove eggs from water. Serve immediately in egg cups -- perfect for cracking and scooping the egg right from the shell. Season with salt and pepper.

PERFECT SOFT BOILED EGGS



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When I want a soft boiled egg I want the yolk soft and the white firm. The boiling time has a lot to do with your elevation. 5 minutes is perfect for an elevation of 1100 ft (330 meters) if you are nearer sea level decrease the boiling time if at a higher elevation increase the time. I was surprised that there wasn't a recipe for soft boiled eggs posted (just one with saltine crackers) So simple as it may be I am sure there are many that struggle for the perfect boiled egg. Invest in an egg pricker, a little tool that will prick a small hole in the bottom of the egg allowing the air to escape, preventing the egg from cracking as it boils

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Breakfast

Time 7m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups water

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a rapid boil.
  • add saltand keep it at a rapid boil.
  • Prick the bottom (wider end) of the egg with an egg pricker
  • Immerse in the boiling water and boil for exactly 5 minutes.
  • Dash in cold water, crack & enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 372, Sodium 1326.1, Carbohydrate 0.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.6

PERFECT SOFT BOILED EGGS



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Make and share this Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dangerousmezzo

Categories     Breakfast

Time 12m

Yield 2 eggs, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 eggs
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a simmer (small bubbles, not a rapid boil).
  • Add eggs, cold from the fridge, and cook for seven minutes. Adjust heat to keep a consistent temperature going.
  • Remove eggs from water and enjoy with butter and salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.6, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 382.1, Sodium 175.5, Carbohydrate 0.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.6

SOFT HARD-BOILED EGGS



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Here's my foolproof method for making hard-boiled eggs when we want softer, creamier yolks such as in salads. The steaming method is very precise, so you may need to experiment with different times, depending on the size of the eggs and the temperature of your fridge.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 12m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 ¼ cups water
6 large cold eggs

Steps:

  • Place water into a 3-quart saucepan with a lid. Place over high heat and bring to a low boil. Carefully place the eggs in the water. Cover pan immediately, reduce heat to medium-high, and cook for 9 1/2 minutes. Remove pan from heat and cool eggs down with cold running water, tipping out the water, and continuing to run cold water over the eggs until they are cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 5 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 71.5 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SOFT BOILED EGGS



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Struggle to make perfect soft-boiled eggs with a runny centre? Just follow our foolproof recipe, then serve with toast soldiers or in a salad niçoise

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Breakfast, Brunch

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 large free-range eggs, at room temperature
toast to serve

Steps:

  • Fill a medium sized saucepan with water and bring to a rolling boil.
  • Make sure your eggs aren't fridge cold. By having the eggs at room temperature, it will be less of a shock for the egg reaching the hot water and therefore less likely to crack. You can also use an egg pricker to make a very small hole in each egg before boiling, which will also reduce the chances of it cracking in the heat. Slowly lower the eggs into the water using a spoon.
  • Set your timer for 4-5 mins for runny/dippy eggs to serve with soldiers, or 6-7 mins for soft-boiled eggs for a salad. If serving in a salad, plunge the eggs into a bowl of cold water as soon as the timer goes off - this will stop them cooking and cool the shells quickly for peeling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

PERFECT BOILED EGGS



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If your goal is perfectly smooth, blemish-free boiled eggs that jump out of their shells every single time, I've got bad news: No technique in the world can promise that level of perfection. But armed with data from scientific tests done with more than 90 testers and more than 700 boiled eggs, this technique for boiled eggs - technically steamed, as they cook in just an inch of water - will maximize your odds. Fresher eggs will take slightly longer to peel, but they should peel just as cleanly as older eggs. The eggs in this recipe should be cooked straight from the refrigerator; reduce cooking times by 1 minute if using room-temperature eggs.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     breakfast, brunch, dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 1

Up to 12 eggs (see note)

Steps:

  • Find a lidded saucepan large enough to allow your eggs to comfortably fit on the bottom in a single layer. Add 1 inch of water, cover, and bring to a boil.
  • Gently lower eggs into the saucepan using a slotted spoon or a steamer basket. (It's O.K. if the eggs are partly submerged on the bottom of the pot, or elevated on a steamer rack and not submerged at all.) Cover pan and cook eggs, adjusting the burner to maintain a vigorous boil, 6 minutes for a warm liquid yolk and firm whites, 8 1/2 minutes for a translucent, fudgy yolk, or 11 minutes for a yolk that is just barely firm all the way through.
  • Drain eggs, then peel and eat immediately, or transfer them to a plate and allow them to cool naturally before storing in the refrigerator for up to a week directly in their shell. (A small dot made with a permanent marker on the top of each cooked egg will ensure you don't mix them up with the raw eggs.) Do not shock them in an ice bath after cooking; this makes them more difficult to peel.

PERFECT SOLDIER SOFT BOILED EGGS



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Make and share this Perfect Soldier Soft Boiled Eggs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cans4fun

Categories     Breakfast

Time 9m

Yield 2 Eggs, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large eggs
water
salt
pepper
butter or margarine

Steps:

  • Bring 1/2 inch of water to boil in a pot with steamer basket. ( I use my electric kettle to heat the water super fast.).
  • Using tongs, put both eggs in the steamer basket and cover. Set timer for 6 1/2 minutes.
  • When time is up, immediately run cold water on them.
  • Peel, add salt pepper and butter, or use over pasta or an Aussie style burger!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 372, Sodium 142, Carbohydrate 0.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh eggs for the best results.
  • Bring your water to a full boil before adding the eggs.
  • Use a slotted spoon to gently lower the eggs into the boiling water.
  • Set a timer for 6 minutes and 30 seconds for a perfectly soft-boiled egg.
  • Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  • Peel the eggs under cold running water for easier removal of the shell.
  • Serve the eggs immediately or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

With just a few simple steps, you can easily make perfect soft-boiled eggs at home. This versatile ingredient can be enjoyed on its own, added to salads, sandwiches, and ramen, or used to make deviled eggs. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, lunch, or snack, give soft-boiled eggs a try.

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