How to Cook an Egg in a Microwave

Are you running out of time, but want an egg?
Eggs are good for you and full of protein. Eggs are great for breakfast, in a salad, or on a sandwich. Make an egg fast and easy in the microwave.

Things You'll Need

• Eggs
• Microwave safe bowl
• Knife
• Microwave

Instructions

1. Fried egg:
   Break 1 egg into a microwave save bowl. Gently poke the yolk of the egg with a knife. Cover the bowl with a saran wrap or a plate, so the egg does not explode. Put in microwave for 2 to 3 minutes.

2. Scrambled Egg:
   Crack 2 eggs in bowl and scrambled with fork. Cover bowl and place in microwave for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Stir 1 or 2 times to make sure the eggs cooked thoroughly.

3. Hard-Boiled Egg:
   Break 1 egg into bowl. Gently poke the yolk of egg with a knife. Cover the bowl and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until hard. Gently stir occasionally to make sure the egg is cooked throughout. The egg may not appear pretty, but once you cut it up finely over a salad, all that matters is the taste.

4. Poached Egg:
   Pour 1/3 cup of water into bowl. Break 2 eggs into bowl. Poke the yolks with a knife. Cover bowl and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Let stand until whites are set and yolks are thick but not hard. Pour out the water and serve in bowl or lift egg out onto plate.

Tips & Warnings

• Always cover the bowl

• Stir occasionally to cook the egg thoroughly

• Remember to break the egg yolks to avoid explosions in microwave

• Do not put egg in microwave with the shell on, it will explode

Resources

• How to Cook Bacon in a Microwave