When executed properly, hard-boiled eggs are an incredibly versatile culinary staple that can be enjoyed on their own, used as an addition to salads and sandwiches, or even added to baking recipes. Their simplicity can make them seem intimidating to the novice cook, but the process of making a hard-boiled egg can be broken down into a series of easy steps and with a little guidance, anyone can be confident in their ability to create this often-overlooked cornerstone of cooking.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
EASY HARD-BOILED EGGS
I've tried many different ways to make a great, easy, hard-boiled egg with a soft white and a nice fluffy yolk that's not grey on the outside. After lots of trial and error, I've finally done it. After cooking I usually keep them in the shell until I need them. Enjoy!
Provided by Dan.Ryan
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Place eggs into a saucepan and fill with water until eggs are just barely covered.
- Bring water to a boil. Boil eggs for 4 1/2 minutes. Remove from heat and let eggs sit in hot water for 20 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to a bowl and either peel and serve, or keep shells on and place in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 5 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
HARD BOILED EGGS (EASY TO PEEL)
I have had a few problems with trying to hard boil organic fresh chicken eggs. They were usually hard to peel and it would take about half of the egg white with the shell. I ran across this recipe from my sister, of all people...yes, I was skeptical at first...lol! :P Anyway, after you use this simple recipe your eggs will no longer be hard to peel. It works even on store bought/farm eggs. I just prefer fresh eggs because they taste so much better. I wish I could have chickens in the city! I never knew what I was missing till my daughters great grandmother got 8 chickens. They eat poms, strawberries, melons, tomatoes, bugs, worms... spoiled little hens. lol! They have the best eggs though.
Provided by birdie 3 andrea
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 22m
Yield 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Put the eggs in pot.
- Fill the pot with water just enough to cover the eggs.
- Add salt (optional).
- On high temperature, bring to a rapid boil.
- Cover pot.
- Turn off burner.
- Let sit for 20 minutes on the warm burner.
- Drain water, put eggs back in carton or bowl and put in refrigerator.
- Eat them once they cool.
EASY-PEEL HARD-"BOILED" EGGS
Hard-boiled is a misnomer, because the perfect hard-boiled egg is not boiled at all but rather steamed! This secret was leaked by a chef, and it is the best way I've found for easy peeling and no green yolks.
Provided by cerberus
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Fill a stainless steel steamer pot with about 1 inch water and bring to a boil.
- Add eggs to the steamer tray, carefully lower into the pot, cover, and reduce heat. Cook for 10 minutes for medium yolks or 15 minutes for fully-cooked yolks.
- Remove the steamer tray and rattle eggs around to crack the shells. Transfer eggs to a cold water bath and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from water bath.
- Gently crack each egg, roll on a cutting board, then peel the shell off from the fat end towards the point.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 215.8 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 81.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
PERFECT EASY PEEL HARD BOILED EGGS
If you are frustrated by hard boiled eggs which are difficult to peel, try steaming them instead of boiling. No vinegar, no timing issues. Just steam for your normal boiling time, they come out perfect, even very fresh eggs which are the worst to peel. I found this recipe on Backyard Chickens and figured if anybody knew how to boil eggs they would.
Provided by Yankiwi
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Fill a saucepan with about an inch of water.
- Place your steamer in the saucepan.
- Poke a small hole in the large end of each egg. A pushpin or small screw works well but you can twist the end of a small knife into the shell carefully to make the hole. I've even forgotten about the hole, it still works.
- Put the saucepan on a medium-high heat, when the water comes to a boil, turn down to just above a simmer.
- Start timing from when you turn on the heat. I like 18 minutes.
- Cool in pan or under running water.
PERFECT AND EASY PEEL HARD BOILED EGGS (VIDEO ATTACHED)
See Tim Ferriss's video on how to "pop' the egg out of the shell. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN2gYHJNT3Y
Provided by gailanng
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Add baking soda to a pot of cold water. Make sure the eggs are covered by 2 inches of water. When the water reaches a rolling boil, let them slow boil 12 minutes; remove from heat. Stop the cooking process by adding ice to to the water. Slightly shortening the recommended length of boiling time leaves the eggs done, but without drying the yolks. As soon as the eggs are cool enough to handle, peel them.
- Tap the end of the egg, remove shell. Tap the other end of the egg and remove shell large enough for the egg to exit. Then you can literally blow the egg out of its shell into your hand. For sanitary reasons, I recommend just removing the shell with your fingers.
- It has been said that the key to peeling them easily is not to let the egg cool all the way, but this video says it's because of the PH level of the water from the baking soda.
PERFECT HARD BOILED EGGS (EASY PEELING)
I've always loved hard boiled eggs. You can do so many things with them. They are low carb, healthy and filling all by themselves with a little salt and pepper. I love deviled eggs, egg salad, and tuna with egg salad and now pimiento cheese spread with eggs, too! I've also started using the "cage free" eggs which have a more...
Provided by Marcia McCance
Categories Other Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Put about 3 fingers of water into the pan.
- 2. Measure 1 Tbls baking soda into the water and stir to dissolve
- 3. Gently place eggs in the water. As you place your eggs in the water the level of the water will get deeper. (You may need to reposition one or two so they are under water.) When you have placed your last egg in the water check the level to make sure the eggs are covered. If not, add more water. If there is more than 1/4 inch of water above the eggs, pour out a little. There is no need to spend time boiling water you don't need. This water level works with this cooking time.
- 4. Place the pan on the burner and turn the heat to high. Set the timer for 15 minutes. (15-18 minutes if the eggs are extra large.) Let it come to a rolling boil and turn down a little if it is too vigorous but keep it boiling until the timer goes off.
- 5. When the timer goes off, take the pan to the sink and turn on the cold water into the pan letting it overflow into the sink until you've exchanged the hot water for cold. Test with your finger: when the water is cold, turn off the tap.
- 6. The eggs will still be hot, so be careful.
- 7. Let them sit about five minutes in the cold water and then you can begin peeling your warm eggs.
- 8. If you follow these cooking and cooling methods you will never get "green eggs" again. They will always be perfectly cooked with perfect yellows. And the baking soda will allow them to peel perfectly, too.
- 9. One thing... The baking soda worked very well when I was peeling the warm eggs. It also worked well after the eggs has been stored in the fridge for a few hours. BUT... it did not work so well after the eggs had been stored in their shells for more than six hours. After that length of time they seem to be a little stuck to the eggs again, so peel them when they are warm and store them in zip lock bags or covered dish for later use. If you want them to keep their shape, put them in a bowl of cold water (enough so they float) and cover with saran wrap and place in the fridge. This way they float in the water and when you pull them out they will still be egg shaped.
- 10. One more thing: using the baking soda does add a tiny little bit of "saltiness" to the eggs so use less salt than usual when preparing your dishes.
- 11. Found this interesting note on the internet. I have not tried it, but am always fascinated by other people's methods: Joan V Whiteman ยท Melbourne Beach, Florida Gourmet restaurants cook eggs on the stove, pour in cold water, clamp on the lid and shake vigorously. The shells fall off. Saves power too as they only cook 10-15 mins, only 10 if you start with boiling water.
- 12. I am grateful for the information that was posted at this web site: http://www.mnn.com/food/healthy-eating/blogs/use-baking-soda-for-easy-to-peel-hard-boiled-eggs
Tips:
- Use older eggs: Older eggs are easier to peel because the air pocket inside the egg has expanded, creating a small gap between the egg white and the shell.
- Start with cold eggs: Placing cold eggs in boiling water helps prevent the shells from cracking.
- Bring the water to a boil, then remove from heat: This method helps prevent the eggs from overcooking.
- Cook the eggs for the correct amount of time: The ideal cooking time depends on the desired doneness. For a soft-boiled egg, cook for 6-7 minutes; for a medium-boiled egg, cook for 9-10 minutes; and for a hard-boiled egg, cook for 12-13 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to an ice bath: Immediately after cooking, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and make them easier to peel.
- Peel the eggs under cold running water: This helps loosen the shell and makes it easier to remove.
Conclusion:
Hard-boiled eggs are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads and sandwiches to deviled eggs and egg salad. By following these tips, you can easily make perfect hard-boiled eggs every time.
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