Things You'll Need:
- Eggs
- Pan
- Water
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Step 1
To make soft-boiled eggs, cook within three to five minutes. 12 to 15 minutes is needed to make hard-boiled eggs by using simmering water.
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Step 2
First, make sure that the eggs to be cooked are at room temperature. Colder eggs tend to crack when placed on hot water. Bring water to a boil and put in the eggs. Bring water down to a simmer and cook the eggs using the required time.
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Step 3
So, how do we know when the water is simmering? One technique is to make the water boil first, then turn the heat (or flame) down until very little steam bubbles are produced. You should let a little bubbling happen. The absence of bubbling may mean that the temperature is not enough. Simmering water is usually around 94°C (200°F) while more exacting chefs will debate and say that simmering should be at a lower temperature around 82°C (180°F).
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Step 4
After the eggs are cooked to the desired hardness, remove from water and cool under running water. To peel a hard cooked egg, start at the larger end. It may be easier to peel the egg while still warm and with the help of running water.
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Step 5
There are some variations for cooking in-shell. One way of making hard-boiled eggs is by placing raw eggs in a saucepan containing cold water. Bring to a boil and remove saucepan from the heat. Cover the pot and let it stand for 20 minutes. Remove the eggs and peel the usual way.
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Step 6
With a little care and attention in the way you cook your eggs, you can enjoy a better breakfast with your family.
