Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs

"When I want a soft boiled egg I want the yolk soft and the white firm. The boiling time has a lot to do with your elevation. 5 minutes is perfect for an elevation of 1100 ft (330 meters) if you are nearer sea level decrease the boiling time if at a higher elevation increase the time. I was surprised that there wasn't a recipe for soft boiled eggs posted (just one with saltine crackers) So simple as it may be I am sure there are many that struggle for the perfect boiled egg. Invest in an egg pricker, a little tool that will prick a small hole in the bottom of the egg allowing the air to escape, preventing the egg from cracking as it boils"
 
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Ready In:
7mins
Ingredients:
3
Serves:
2
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ingredients

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directions

  • Bring the water to a rapid boil.
  • add saltand keep it at a rapid boil.
  • Prick the bottom (wider end) of the egg with an egg pricker
  • Immerse in the boiling water and boil for exactly 5 minutes.
  • Dash in cold water, crack & enjoy.

Questions & Replies

  1. Does it matter if eggs are straight out of frig or do they need to be room temp?
     
  2. so I'm at 991 ft what the time for soft boiled?
     
  3. why do you prick the bottom of the egg?
     
  4. Are the eggs at room temp or direct from the fridge?
     
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Reviews

  1. My husband asked me to prepare soft boiled eggs. I can never remember the time frame so I checked on the internet. I came across this recipe and decided to try it. I followed the recipe exactly and the eggs came out perfectly. My husband said these were the best soft boiled eggs I have ever cooked for him. This is now my go to recipe. :)
     
  2. I remember the soft boiled eggs of my youth. It was mom's cure for all illnesses. I was sick awhile back and desired the comfort of my childhood. I've never been good at eggs...just could never get it right. These turned out perfectly! I've long since recovered but still continue to enjoy perfect soft boiled eggs. Don't be discouraged by not having an egg pricker. I actually use the pointy part of my wine opener.
     
  3. Whoever wrote this recipe officially replaces Jesus Christ as the most influential person in history. THANK YOU, I finally have perfectly cooked soft boiled eggs after years of frustration and failed attempts!
     
  4. I have just had two of the most PERFECT soft boiled eggs. It's been a very long time. I didn't have an egg pricker, but a safety pin worked just as well. Now I'll be able to enjoy my favourite eggs more often. You're a life saver Bergy. :) Honoured to make this as a "Thank You" for voting for Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia in the 2010 Kraft Hockeyville Competition.
     
  5. Great soft boiled eggs! Thank you! We are at sea level but the 5 minutes seemed to work just fine. Used a needle to prick the egg shell. I was sure that putting the eggs in when the water was boiling was the correct technique; just wasn't sure about the time required. Also make sure you take into account whether the egg has come straight from the fridge or not. Best if you can have them out for a bit, to bring them closer to room temp before putting them in the boiing water.
     
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Tweaks

  1. My mother, bless her heart, got up every morning to feed us breakfast before school. She was terrible at cooking eggs and it wasn't until I did my own research and came across soft boiled eggs, the proper way to poach an egg, and soft scrambled eggs that I fell in love with their creamy goodness. I like to try crazy combinations and am a huge fan of sweet/savory dishes so I decided to combine toast and jam with a poached or soft boiled egg. I prefer grape or raspberry, and it is delicious! Salt and pepper are musts too, seasoning is everything! Or just salt. Another easy removal tip is to use a spaghetti server. It's easy to keep the egg contained and safe on its way to the ice bowl. I hope anyone that tries this enjoys it as much as I do!
     
  2. Thank you, Bergy!!!! Been searching for this recipe for DECADES - they ALWAYS turned out over- or under-cooked -- YOU get it right!! (They're the ultimate "comfort food" for me ??) I used my square pot with the accompanying basket - makes removal to cold water dashing very easy. Again, thank you Semper Fi' DM
     

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