Simple, classic, and perfect every time 🥚
Here’s exactly how to boil eggs to get the doneness you want—no guesswork.
How to Boil Eggs Perfectly
What You Need
- Eggs
- Water
- Saucepan
- Bowl of ice water
Steps
- Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan.
- Add cold water to cover eggs by about 1 inch.
- Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, turn off heat, cover, and time:
- Soft-boiled: 4–5 minutes (runny yolk)
- Medium-boiled: 6–7 minutes (jammy yolk)
- Hard-boiled: 10–12 minutes (fully set)
- Transfer eggs immediately to ice water for 5 minutes to stop cooking.
Easy-Peel Tip
- Crack the shell at the wide end (air pocket) and peel under running water.
- Slightly older eggs peel easier than very fresh ones.
Serving Ideas
- Soft-boiled on toast or ramen
- Medium-boiled for salads
- Hard-boiled for deviled eggs, egg salad, or snacking
Storage
- Unpeeled hard-boiled eggs: up to 7 days in the fridge
- Peeled eggs: 2–3 days, stored in water in a sealed container
If you want, I can show you how to season boiled eggs, make jammy ramen eggs, or turn them into deviled eggs 😋
