How long should I boil eggs in water?
Place eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and turn the heat off. Let the eggs cook, covered, for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired done-ness (see photo).
Can you put eggs straight into boiling water?
If you’re boiling, you can plunge your eggs into boiling water, let them boil for 30 seconds or so just to set the exteriors of the whites, then drop the temperature and finish them off at around 180 to 190°F, or 82 to 88°C (a very low simmer).
Do you put eggs in before or after the water boils?
A note on hot water versus cold water: You might have heard that you should start the eggs in room temperature or cold water and then bring them to a boil. This is a myth. According to our tests, starting with hot water yields eggs that are easier to peel—so always start by boiling your water.
What happens if you put eggs in boiling water?
Starting with boiling water offers more control over timing but this may cook the whites into a rubbery state. And it has another disadvantage: The egg is more likely to crack because the air in the egg has less time to escape as the egg heats up. New egg or old? The age of your egg affects your end result.
What do you add to water to make eggs easier to peel?
That means easy peel boiled eggs! Add salt and vinegar to the water before cooking. I already talked about this above. The salt permeates the shell a little bit, and the vinegar helps to break down the shells, making them easier to peel.
Is it safe to eat a hard boiled egg that cracked while boiling?
If eggs crack during hard-cooking, they are safe. Q: How do I make hard-cooked eggs? A: Boiling eggs can make them tough and rubbery, and eggs that are cooked too long or at too high a temperature can get green rings around the yolk. While these eggs are still fine to eat, it’s better to use a gentler cooking method.