Microwave Poached Egg
Nutrition per Serving
72
Calories
6g
Protein
0g
Carbs
5g
Fat
📝 Ingredients
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 tsp white vinegar
- 2 large eggs
- salt and black pepper to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1(Instructions for 1000 Watt Microwave) Fill a 10 ounce microwave safe ramekin, coffee mug or microwave safe glass dish with 1/2 cup cold tap water. Add a splash of vinegar (1 teaspoon).
- 2Crack the egg into the water. Use the tip of a toothpick to gently prick the yolk after it's in the water. It should be submerged. There's no need to pierce all the way through just a gentle prick on top.
- 3Place a microwave safe saucer on top to cover the opening completely. Microwave for 30 seconds, lift saucer to allow steam to release and check the white for doneness.
- 4Continue to cook in 10-15 second increments until it reaches your preferred doneness.
- 5Let stand for 1 minute in the water. Repeat process with other egg in a clean cup. (Don't use the same ramekin, cup or bowl, it will be hot)
- 6Use a slotted spoon or fork to remove the egg from the hot water to a paper towel to drain.
- 7Season with salt and black pepper to taste and enjoy.
- 8Cook's Note: If you’re using a higher wattage microwave simply adjust the cooking time and cook in shorter increments. Likewise, if the microwave has a lower wattage it may take longer for the eggs to poach. Use the cook times as a road map and adjust the doneness according to your taste.
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