Why You Should Never Boil Eggs Directly in Water – Chef’s Secret Revealed!

How to Perfectly Boil Eggs Using This Method

1. Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan or pot. Add enough cold water to cover them by about an inch.
2. Heat the water slowly on medium heat. Let the water come to a gentle simmer — not a roaring boil.
3. Once simmering, cook for 9-12 minutes, depending on the size of your eggs and how you like your yolks.
4. Remove eggs and immediately transfer to an ice bath. Cooling eggs rapidly stops cooking and helps with peeling.

Bonus Tips from the Chef

• Use slightly older eggs for easier peeling — very fresh eggs tend to cling to the shell.
• Add a pinch of baking soda or vinegar to the water to improve peeling even more.
• Experiment with cooking times to find your ideal yolk consistency — whether soft, medium, or hard-boiled.

Final Thoughts

Boiling eggs doesn’t have to be a hit-or-miss task. By avoiding the mistake of dropping eggs directly into boiling water and instead starting them gently in cold water, you unlock perfectly cooked eggs every time — smooth whites, creamy yolks, and shells that peel effortlessly.

Next time you’re making breakfast, trust the chef’s secret and elevate your egg game. You’ll wonder why you ever boiled eggs any other way!

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