How to boil an egg
Learn how to boil an egg to perfection with our simple recipe! All you need are 2 eggs, salt, black pepper, paprika, and ground cumin. Perfectly seasoned, easy, and delicious boiled eggs every time.
- 04 May 2025
- Cook time 2 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 2 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
Boiling eggs is a basic cooking skill that can be handy for a multitude of dishes, such as salads, snacks, and breakfast items. This simple recipe will guide you through the process of boiling eggs to perfection and enhancing their taste with a blend of spices.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Gently place the eggs in a pot. Ensure the eggs are in a single layer to avoid cracking during boiling.
- Fill the pot with enough cold water to cover the eggs by about an inch.
- Place the pot on the stove over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water. This helps coagulate the egg whites and minimize leaks if an egg cracks.
- Bring the water to a rolling boil.
- Once the water reaches a rolling boil, turn off the heat and cover the pot with a lid.
- Let the eggs sit in the hot water for about 9-12 minutes, depending on your desired level of doneness:
- 9 minutes for a slightly softer yolk.
- 12 minutes for a fully set yolk.
- While the eggs are cooking, prepare a bowl of ice water.
- After the eggs have cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to the ice water.
- Allow the eggs to cool in the ice water for at least 5 minutes. This stops the cooking process and makes peeling easier.
- Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell, then roll them between your hands to loosen the shell.
- Start peeling at the larger end, where there's typically an air pocket, which makes it easier to remove the shell.
- Once peeled, cut the eggs in half or slice them as desired.
- Sprinkle the black pepper, paprika, and ground cumin evenly over the eggs.
- Add a pinch of salt if needed, to taste.
- Serve the seasoned boiled eggs as a snack or as part of a meal. They can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold.
Tips:
- Start with eggs at room temperature to reduce the risk of cracking when placed in hot water.
- Gently place the eggs in boiling water using a ladle or spoon to prevent them from breaking.
- For softer eggs, reduce the boiling time to 6-8 minutes. For harder eggs, boil for 10-12 minutes.
- Immediately transfer boiled eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
- Peel the eggs under running water to help remove the shells more smoothly.
By following these simple steps and tips, you can achieve perfectly boiled eggs every time. Season them with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin to bring out a delicious, unique flavor. Whether eaten on their own or used as part of another dish, these boiled eggs are sure to be a hit.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 60 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 81kcal | 4% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 7g | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 2.81g | 1% |
| Fiber 1.16g | 3% |
| Sugar 0.40g | 0% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 6g | 7% |
| Saturated 1.68g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 210mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 17% |
| Choline 170mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 0.25mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 0.33mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 0.09mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B9 36ug | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 0.51ug | 21% |
| Vitamin C 0.14mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 1.31mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K 3.06ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 45mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.04mg | 4% |
| Iron, Fe 2.41mg | 22% |
| Magnesium, Mg 16mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 110mg | 9% |
| Potassium, K 160mg | 5% |
| Selenium, Se 16ug | 29% |
| Sodium, Na 1040mg | 69% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.81mg | 7% |
| Water | |
| Water 40g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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