Poached Eggs

Classic poached eggs made by gently cooking fresh eggs in simmering water with a touch of vinegar. Perfect for breakfast or brunch with runny yolks and firm whites.

2 servings
8 min

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 4 whole very fresh large eggs

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Combine 1 1/2 inches water (about 2 quarts) and vinegar in a wide 3-quart heavy saucepan (preferably about 9 inches wide) and bring to a simmer.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Break 1 egg into a small bowl or cup and slide egg into water. Repeat with each remaining egg, spacing them evenly in saucepan, and poach at a bare simmer until whites are firm and yolks are still runny, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer eggs as cooked to paper towels using a slotted spoon.

    3 min