Eggs are an extremely versatile food. They can be added to just about anything: breakfasts, baked goods, hors d’oeuvres, sandwiches and more. Egg whites are even used to pan-fry perfect southern style chicken. Eggs are also affordable, so it’s no wonder they’re a staple in healthy diets all around the world.
Tips and Tricks: How to Boil a Perfect Egg
A perfect hard-boiled egg can be the centerpiece of a variety of appetizers and hors d’oeuvres. Therefore, it is important to follow even the strictest of techniques in order to create the perfect hard-boiled egg.
Ideally, eggs should be at least five to seven days old. Therefore, eggs should be purchased at least a week in advance. Older eggs are easier to peel, which reduces the chances of destroying the smooth white part of the boiled egg.
Some individuals prefer that the yolk of the egg be centered, especially if they’re being used in a recipe for deviled eggs. Fresh eggs usually yield perfectly centered yolks. However they are extremely difficult to peel, which often leads to damaged white eggs — which is a faux-pas in the deviled egg world.
To prevent off-center yolks, turn the package onto it’s side one day prior to cooking. This will help center the yolks in the eggs. Just be sure to support the package between the wall of the refrigerator and a gallon of milk (or other item) to prevent the package from falling over and breaking the eggs.
Utensils Needed for Boiling Eggs
There are a few things needed prior to cooking the eggs:
- Desired amount of eggs (5 to 7 days old.)
- Saucepan or pot large enough to accommodate the desired amount of eggs.
- Large bowl of ice water.
- Large spoon or ladle.
4 Steps to Hard Boiling an Egg
- First, gently place the eggs into a saucepan or large pot. Then, fill the pot with enough cold water to cover the eggs, plus one additional inch of cold water.
- Place the saucepan onto the stove on high heat. Once the water has come to a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium. Allow the eggs to simmer for approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
- After 10 to 12 minutes, remove the eggs from the saucepan using the ladle or large spoon and place them into the ice water. This is an extremely important step that helps prevent the yolk of the egg from forming an unsightly shade of green.
- Allow the eggs to cool for at least five minutes, then peel.
For those who have difficulty boiling eggs, there are a variety of tools and appliances on the market today to ensure a perfect egg.
Ideally, hard-boiled eggs can be stored in the refrigerator for at least one week.
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