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Hard Boiled Egg Recipe

Boil an egg perfectly by simmering it for 10 minutes, then cool in cold water. Peel and enjoy a simple, protein-packed snack. Easy, right?

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Hard Boiled Egg Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 unit egg
  • enough unit to cover the egg water

Instructions:

  1. Place the egg in a pot and cover with water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the egg and place it in a bowl of cold water to cool.
  5. Peel and enjoy.

What You Will Need

H2: What you will need to make hard boiled eggs

  • Egg: Provides protein and essential nutrients. The main ingredient, it becomes firm and easy to peel when boiled.
  • Water: Necessary for cooking the egg. Boiling water ensures even cooking and helps achieve the desired consistency.

Tools and Instruments Needed

What tools/instruments will be needed to make Hard Boiled Egg Recipe

  • Pot: Needed to hold the egg and water while boiling.
  • Stove: Provides the heat source to boil the water.
  • Bowl: Used to cool the egg in cold water after boiling.
  • Timer: Ensures the egg is cooked for the correct amount of time.
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Hard Boiled Egg Recipe

Simple and easy hard boiled eggs.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Snack
Cuisine Universal
Servings 1 servings
Calories 78 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Stove
  • Bowl
  • Water

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 unit Egg
  • enough unit Water to cover the egg

Instructions: 

  • 1. Place the egg in a pot and cover with water.
  • 2. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • 3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  • 4. Remove the egg and place it in a bowl of cold water to cool.
  • 5. Peel and enjoy.

Notes:

For easier peeling, add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 78kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1.6gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 62mgPotassium: 63mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 75IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.6mg
Keyword Boiled, Eggs
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions

Make Ahead Instructions

  1. Boil eggs as per recipe.
  2. Cool eggs in cold water.
  3. Store unpeeled eggs in the fridge for up to a week.

Freezing Instructions

  1. Boil and peel eggs.
  2. Place peeled eggs in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Freeze until solid.
  4. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container.
  5. Store for up to three months.
  6. Thaw in the fridge before use.

Did you know that adding a pinch of baking soda to the boiling water can make peeling hard-boiled eggs much easier?

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ:
How long should I boil the egg?
Simmer for 10 minutes after the water starts boiling.
How do I prevent the egg from cracking?
Use a gentle simmer and avoid rapid boiling.
How can I make peeling easier?
Cool the egg in cold water immediately after boiling.
Can I boil more than one egg at a time?
Yes, just ensure they fit in a single layer in the pot.
How do I know if the egg is fully cooked?
The yolk should be firm and not runny when cut open.

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