Hard Boiled Eggs

Name: Hard Boiled Eggs
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 9 min
Total time: 11 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Eggs

FACEBOOK PINTEREST MESSENGER X WHATSAPP

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Light

Energy Kcal 64
Protein g 6.2
Fats g 4.4
of which saturated fat g 1.59
Cholesterol mg 186
Sodium mg 69

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 9 min
Makes: 4 pieces
Cost: Low
Note cooking time depends on the preferred consistency of the yolk

PRESENTATION

Hard-Boiled Eggs: A Culinary Skill Test and Easy Meal Solution.

Hard-boiled eggs are a basic culinary skill, a quick dinner saver, and often one of the first recipes learned when living alone. Yet, they come with challenges: Should eggs be added before or after the water boils? How long should you cook them to avoid overcooked, greenish yolks or undercooked, runny ones? We provide key tips for making perfect hard-boiled eggs. Enjoy them simply with a drizzle of oil or mayonnaise, or get creative with Easter-themed fillings, fried Scotch eggs, or add them to a show-stopping Italian-style coleslaw. Love making sweet treats like Ladyfingers? Eggs are a must! Prefer a softer but firm yolk? Try our soft-boiled egg recipe. Cook them for fewer minutes to get a firm yet tender center, ideal for stuffed eggs or a delicious egg sandwich. We offer useful cooking advice, and remember, always opt for organic, free-range eggs for the best taste and a wealth of vitamins, minerals, and proteins.

Discover more of our egg-based recipes:

INGREDIENTS: Eggs

HARD-BOILED EGGS

To prepare hard-boiled eggs, begin by placing the eggs in a saucepan with cold water 1; ensure the water covers the eggs. Place the saucepan on the heat and bring it to a boil, then cook for 9 minutes over medium heat 2. After this time, drain the eggs and cool them under running water or transfer them to a bowl filled with ice water 3.

Lightly tap the tip on the counter to crack the shell 4, then gently peel off the shell 5. Your hard-boiled eggs are ready to be enjoyed however you like 6!

SOFT-BOILED EGGS

To prepare soft-boiled eggs, place a small pot of water on the stove. Once the water reaches a gentle boil, carefully add the eggs 7 and cook for 6 minutes over medium heat 8. After this time, drain the eggs and cool them under running water or transfer them to a bowl filled with ice water 9.

Gently tap the tip of the egg on the countertop to crack the shell 10, then carefully peel away the shell 11. Your soft-boiled eggs are now ready to enjoy as you like, perhaps with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of black pepper 12!

How to store

It is recommended to consume both hard-boiled and soft-boiled eggs immediately.

Tip

It's not advisable to wait for the water to boil before adding eggs to the pot, as this could cause the shells to crack. If you prefer a less firm yolk, you can reduce the cooking time to 8 minutes. Conversely, for a firmer yolk, extend the cooking time to 10 minutes.

Answers and Questions

How do you achieve a soft yolk?

Just follow our cooking instructions for soft-boiled eggs!
How to easily peel eggs?

We recommend that before peeling the eggs, tap them at the point where the air cell is located, at the base of the egg. Then, roll the egg on a cutting board to remove the outer shell even more easily.
Should the eggs be cold?

The cooking times provided are for eggs at room temperature.

Hard Boiled Eggs

PRESENTATION

HARD-BOILED EGGS

SOFT-BOILED EGGS

How to store

Tip

RELATED RECIPES