Here’s a simple guide to boiled eggs, depending on how you like the yolk:
How to Boil Eggs
- Place eggs in a pot and cover with cold water (about 1 inch above eggs).
- Bring to a rolling boil.
- Once boiling, start timing and lower to a gentle boil.
- When time is up, transfer eggs to ice water for 5–10 minutes.
- Peel or store.
Timing Guide
- Soft-boiled (runny yolk): 4–5 minutes
- Medium-boiled (jammy): 6–7 minutes
- Hard-boiled (fully set): 9–10 minutes
Tips
- Older eggs peel more easily.
- Crack the wide end first (air pocket helps peeling).
- Store peeled eggs up to 3 days, unpeeled up to 7 days in the fridge.
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