How do you cook a soft-boiled egg?

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Very Easy
9 min
73 Kcal

For a perfectly fluffy egg white and an extra runny yolk, you absolutely must try this soft-boiled egg recipe! It’s the perfect way to cook eggs that you can then top a salad, add to a creamy soup, or simply enjoy on toast with salmon and avocado for brunch ;-)

Ingredients

2

Preparation

Preparation2 min
Waiting time2 min
Cook time5 min
  • How do you cook a soft-boiled egg? - Preparation step 1Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.
  • How do you cook a soft-boiled egg? - Preparation step 2Place the eggs in boiling water and cook for 5 minutes and 30 seconds.
  • How do you cook a soft-boiled egg? - Preparation step 3Remove the eggs immediately and plunge them into ice water for about 1 minute to stop the cooking process.
  • How do you cook a soft-boiled egg? - Preparation step 4There you go: your soft-boiled eggs are ready!

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FAQ ❓

What is the ideal cooking time for a soft-boiled egg?

The ideal cooking time for a soft-boiled egg is 5 minutes and 30 seconds for a perfectly runny yolk.
To stop the cooking process, immediately plunge the cooked eggs into ice water for about 1 minute.
Yes, you can use different types of eggs, but cooking times may vary slightly based on size and freshness.
Soft-boiled eggs can be served on toast with avocado and salmon, added to salads, or enjoyed in creamy soups.
Using ice water is crucial as it halts the cooking process, ensuring the egg white is fluffy and the yolk remains runny.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 73Kcal
  • Carbo: 0.4g
  • Total fat: 5.2g
  • Saturated fat: 1.4g
  • Proteins: 6.2g
  • Fibers: 0g
  • Sugar: 0.3g
  • ProPoints: 2
  • SmartPoints: 2
Nutritional information for 1 serving (100g)
Gluten free

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