Start with eggs that are at room temperature. This helps prevent the shells from cracking due to a sudden temperature change when they hit the hot water.
2. Boiling Water
Fill a pot with enough water to completely cover the eggs. Bring the water to a full boil over high heat.
3. Adding the Eggs
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low (just enough to maintain a simmer) and gently lower the eggs into the water using a spoon or ladle. This ensures the eggs don’t bounce around and crack.
4. Cooking Time
For soft-boiled eggs: Cook for about 4-6 minutes.
For medium-boiled eggs: Cook for about 6-9 minutes.
For hard-boiled eggs: Cook for about 10-12 minutes.
Adjust the cooking time slightly depending on the size of the eggs and your altitude, as it can affect cooking.
5. Cooling the Eggs
Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, remove them with a slotted spoon and immediately place them in a bowl of ice water. This stops the cooking process and makes peeling easier.
6. Peeling
After the eggs have cooled for about 5 minutes in the ice water, gently crack the shells and peel them under a little running water. The water helps lift the shell away from the egg.
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