Nif's Perfect Poached Egg

Master the art of creating the ultimate poached egg with "Nif's Perfect Poached Egg" recipe—a foolproof technique that guarantees perfectly set egg whites and a luxuriously runny yolk. Featuring just three simple ingredients—fresh egg, white vinegar, and water—this recipe demystifies the cooking process with approachable steps, including creating a gentle whirlpool to achieve a beautifully uniform shape. Ready in under 10 minutes, this quick yet elegant dish is ideal for enhancing toast, salads, or breakfast bowls. Elevate your culinary game and enjoy the simplicity, precision, and versatility of this poached egg recipe today!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:3 mins

Total Time:8 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 large Fresh egg
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 4 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Crack the egg into a small bowl or ramekin, ensuring that the yolk stays intact. This will make it easier to slide the egg into the water later.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. You should see small bubbles forming but not a vigorous boil.

Step 3

Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to the simmering water. This helps the egg whites stay together while cooking.

Step 4

Using a spoon, create a gentle whirlpool in the water by stirring it in a circular motion. The whirlpool will help the egg whites wrap around the yolk for a uniform shape.

Step 5

Carefully slide the egg from the bowl or ramekin into the center of the whirlpool. Avoid dropping it from too high, as this can cause the yolk to break.

Step 6

Let the egg cook undisturbed for 3 minutes. The whites should be set, and the yolk should remain soft and runny.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, gently lift the poached egg from the water and let it drain briefly on a paper towel to remove excess water.

Step 8

Serve immediately over toast, a salad, or any dish of your choice, and enjoy your perfectly poached egg!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	72.7

Total Fat 5g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 185mg	0%
Sodium 99.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 0.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 6g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 83.6mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 70.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.0%

Protein: 33.6%

Carbs: 3.4%