Soft-Boiled Eggs
It’s one of the simplest of ramen toppings, but one that many ramen lovers consider essential—a perfectly cooked egg with its white just set, concealing a jammy, brightly colored yolk in the center. These soft-boiled eggs are easy to prepare, requiring just a few simple tricks and a keen eye on the timer to achieve perfection, but once in the bowl they’re unforgettably delicious.
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Servings: 6 eggs
Calories: 72kcal
Cost: 15
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 large egg at room temperature
Instructions
- With a pin, make a small hole in the rounded bottom of each egg.
- Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium so that the water is at a hard simmer. Gently lay the eggs in the water using a spoon. For the first 2 minutes, use chopsticks to spin the eggs around gently in a circle. This helps the yolk set in the center of the white part, making for a nicer presentation.
- Let simmer for 4 more minutes.
- While the eggs are simmering, prepare an ice water bath in a large bowl big enough to comfortably hold the eggs.
- When the eggs are finished cooking, drain them first, then run cold water over them to cool them down quickly. Transfer the eggs to the ice water bath and let them sit for about 5 minutes, until they are completely chilled. Remove the eggs from the ice water bath and refrigerate until ready to use. Unpeeled eggs will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- To serve the soft-boiled eggs, carefully peel them and slice them in half lengthwise. Float 1 or 2 halves on top of a bowl of ramen.
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Notes
Repurposing Tip: Use the soft-boiled eggs to make Soy Sauce Eggs.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 71mg | Potassium: 69mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
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