Best 4 Ugly Hard Boiled Eggs Recipes
Cooking hard-boiled eggs seems like an easy task, but achieving the perfect texture and consistency can be a challenge. Sometimes, you may encounter eggs that turn out hard and rubbery, or have an unpleasant green ring around the yolk. These "ugly" eggs may not be visually appealing, but with the right recipe and technique, you can transform them into delicious and enjoyable dishes. This article offers a collection of creative recipes that will bring new life to your hard-boiled eggs, turning them into tasty and versatile ingredients for various meals and snacks.
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HARD BOILED EGGS
This method for hard boiling eggs is simple and produces a tender and delicious egg every time! Cooking times vary depending on the type of cooktop (electric, gas, and induction) and size of egg, among other factors. Play around with the timing based on your hard boiled egg preferences.
Categories Breakfast
Time 12m
Yield Serves: 1
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place cold eggs in a single layer in a saucepan. Cover with at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) cold water over top of the eggs.
- Cover saucepan and bring quickly to a boil over a high heat. Immediately remove pan from heat to stop boiling. Let eggs stand in water for 12 minutes (large eggs).
- Drain water and immediately run cold water over eggs until cooled.
Nutrition Facts :
HOW TO COOK PERFECT HARD-BOILED EGGS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: eggs, water, ice
Provided by Jody Duits
Categories Breakfast
Yield 6 eggs
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place eggs in a pot. Cover with cold water until the eggs are covered by about 1 inch (2 cm) of water.
- Bring to a boil, uncovered. Once boiling, take off the heat.
- Cover and cook for 4-16 minutes, depending on preference (4-6 minutes for soft-boiled, 8-10 minutes for medium-boiled, 12-16 minutes for hard-boiled). In the meantime, fill a large bowl with ice and cold water, creating an ice bath.
- Once eggs reach desired cook-time, immediately remove the eggs from pot and place in the ice bath. Allow eggs to cool for 10-15 minutes.
- To peel, lightly tap the eggs on a flat surface, then gently roll back and forth (taking extra care with soft-boiled eggs).
- Pull away the loosened shell and peel any remaining pieces.
- Serve as is or incorporate into your favorite recipe that requires hard-boiled eggs.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 0 grams
KEN'S PERFECT HARD BOILED EGG (AND I MEAN PERFECT)
Couldn't sleep one night so I researched several ways to hard boil eggs and developed this process. While you do not taste the vinegar or salt, they both pull the skin from the eggshell so it peels easily without tearing or sticking. Family members call them 'Ken's Eggs'. Enjoy!
Provided by Ken
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the salt, vinegar, and water in a large pot, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the eggs one at a time, being careful not to crack them. Reduce the heat to a gentle boil, and cook for 14 minutes.
- Once the eggs have cooked, remove them from the hot water, and place into a container of ice water or cold, running water. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 5 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 947.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
HOW TO MAKE PERFECT HARD BOILED EGGS
This method makes the most perfect hard-boiled eggs ever. The whites are firm but not rubbery, and the yolks are cooked and still creamy.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Place eggs into a saucepan and pour in cold water to cover; place over high heat. When the water just starts to simmer, turn off heat, cover pan with a lid, and let stand for 17 minutes. Don't peek.
- Pour out the hot water and pour cold water over eggs. Drain and refill with cold water; let stand until eggs are cool, about 20 minutes. Peel eggs under running water.
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
Tips:
- Use older eggs: Fresher eggs have a thicker, more difficult-to-peel shell. Eggs that are at least a week old are ideal for boiling.
- Start with cold eggs: Bringing cold eggs to a boil helps prevent the shells from cracking.
- Add salt to the water: The salt helps the egg white to set more quickly, making it easier to peel.
- Boil the eggs for the right amount of time: Overcooked eggs will be more difficult to peel. For a soft-boiled egg, boil for 6-7 minutes; for a medium-boiled egg, boil for 9-10 minutes; for a hard-boiled egg, boil for 12-13 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath: This will stop the cooking process and make the shells easier to peel.
- Peel the eggs under cold running water: This will help loosen the shell and make it easier to remove.
- If the shells are still difficult to peel, try peeling them under warm water: The warmth of the water will help loosen the shell.
Conclusion:
Peeling hard-boiled eggs can be a frustrating task, but it doesn't have to be. By following these tips, you can get perfectly peeled eggs every time. So next time you're making deviled eggs, egg salad, or any other dish that calls for hard-boiled eggs, don't be afraid to give these tips a try.
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