How to Peel a Soft Boiled Egg Without a Spoon

Soft-boiled eggs are not for everyone, but I prefer them over hard-boiled eggs, as the yolk is creamy and savory. If you are someone like me who loves soft-boiled eggs, you probably know how hard it is to peel. Sometimes, when I try to peel one, almost all of the egg whites stick to the shell, which can be annoying as you get less and it’s unappealing to eat.

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Most instructions on the internet suggest using a spoon or knife to peel a soft-boiled egg, but is it the best way to do it? Let Workday Gourmet on YouTube teach you how to peel a soft boiled egg without a spoon. I tried it, and it worked like magic. She will also teach you another foolproof technique without using an ice bath. These easy egg peeling hacks will not break the egg whites and will give you smooth soft-boiled eggs.

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How to Make Soft Boiled Egg

Step 1:

Place room-temperature eggs in a pot and fully submerge them in boiling hot water. Add a dash of vinegar. The vinegar is optional. Let it simmer for 7 minutes.

Step 2:

While waiting for the eggs to cook, prepare a bowl of cold tap water.

Step 3:

After 7 minutes, remove the eggs and transfer to the bowl of cold water. Toss the warm water and refill with cold water. Repeat until the water no longer warms up and the eggs are cooled down.

How to Peel Soft Boiled Egg Easily

Step 1:

Hold the egg so that the wider side is on top.

Step 2:

Gently tap it on a flat surface. This is the easiest way to get underneath the membrane for smooth peel. Dip it in water as you peel. It will loosen up the membrane and lubricate the surface of egg whites so it doesn’t rip from friction.

How to Peel Soft Boiled Eggs Without A Spoon or Ice Bath

Step 1:

After cooking, chill the eggs overnight.

Step 2:

Crack the egg gently, then roll on the counter.

Step 3:

Gently peel the shell.

How to Peel a Soft Boiled Egg Without a Spoon