How to Make Poached Eggs in a Coffee Mug
Image by Hollywood Eyes - Dr. Elise Brisco, OD, CCH via YouTube
A poached egg is firm on the outside and has a runny golden yolk in the center. It’s perfect with buttered toast, avocado toast, eggs benedict, or pasta. Although delicious, it can be hard to make. Some mistakes people make when poaching eggs include using water that is too cold or too hot, swirling the water too much, adding too many eggs to the pot, and using old eggs. Make sure to use fresh eggs when making poached eggs so the whites hold together better.
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To poach an egg, simmer water in a saucepan, crack an egg into a small bowl, swirl the water to create a whirlpool, slide the egg into the water, then cook for a few minutes. Remove it using a slotted spoon. But if you don’t have a stovetop and are too lazy to do all the steps, try this simple technique by Hollywood Eyes – Dr. Elise Brisco, OD, CCH. She will show you how to make poached eggs in a coffee mug.
Here’s another trick you might want to try: How to Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs Every Time
What You Need to Make Poached Eggs
- mug
- boiling water
- egg
- microwave
Easy Way to Make Poached Eggs in a Coffee Mug
Step 1:
Start by pouring boiling water into your mug.
Step 2:
Crack your egg into the boiling water.
Step 3:
Place the mug in your microwave. Microwave eggs for a minute. Adjust the time depending on how runny or hard you like your poached egg. If you find that the egg is too runny for your liking, microwave it for a few more seconds next time you make one.
Step 4:
Once done, remove the mug from the oven and drain the water. Carefully transfer the egg to your plate. Serve for breakfast and enjoy!
How to Make Poached Eggs in a Coffee Mug
