The Counterintuitive Method for Perfect Poached Eggs

Name: The Counterintuitive Method for Perfect Poached Eggs
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 cup (240ml) water1 teaspoon (15ml) vinegar, such as rice vinegar, white wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use half as much by volume1 large egg, cracked into a small bowl or ramekin

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This unique technique for poaching eggs yields perfectly cooked eggs with a velvety, runny yolk every time. With just water, vinegar, and salt, you can achieve restaurant-quality poached eggs in the comfort of your own kitchen. Say goodbye to stringy whites and overcooked yolks - this method is foolproof.

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1 cup (240ml) water1 teaspoon (15ml) vinegar, such as rice vinegar, white wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use half as much by volume1 large egg, cracked into a small bowl or ramekin

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

94kcal

4%
Fat

5g

0%
Saturated Fat

2g

0%
Carbohydrates

1g

0%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

8g

0%
Cholesterol

186mg

9%
Sodium

1,116mg

55%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

The Counterintuitive Method for Perfect Poached Eggs

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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