By Aishwarya Sahasrabudhe
August 15, 2023
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A poached egg can be made quickly for a protein-rich breakfast, if you know how to do it right! Poaching an egg requires a bit of skill so here are some tips to perfectly poach an egg to pair it with your warm buttered toast for a healthy breakfast.
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One of the easiest tricks to make a delicious and creamy poached egg is to use fresh eggs. Perform the water test and if the egg sinks to the bottom, it is fresh.
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For poaching an egg, boil water in a pot but once bubbles appear, lower the flame. Drop the egg in when the water starts simmering otherwise it may break apart.
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Instead of directly breaking the egg in the boiling water, crack it first in a bowl and then pour in the pot. If an egg shell breaks, it will be easier to take it out of the small bowl.
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For a perfectly cooked egg, swirl the boiling water for a bit and then break the egg in. This creates a whirlpool that helps the egg white to snugly wrap itself around the yolk.
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This is a very handy trick which allows the egg to cook faster while maintaining its consistency. Vinegar helps the egg to retain its shape and aids in a uniform cook.
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Poach only one or two eggs at a time if you are making a large batch. This will prevent the eggs from overcrowding in boiling water and enable an even cook.
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If you are underconfident about directly dropping the egg in, use a soup ladle to first break it in the round dip and then gently release it into the pot.
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Poach the egg for at least three minutes but no longer than that so that it becomes creamy on the inside without overcooking.
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