The Perfect Poached Egg

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Perfect Poached Egg

Serves:1

Ingredients:

• 1 fresh egg
• Approximately 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• Pinch salt

 

Method:

• Place the water into a saucepan that has a secure matching lid, it should be no less than 2cm deep and no more than 4cm deep
• Add the vinegar and the salt into the saucepan and bring to the boil and reduce to a medium high heat
• Break the egg very gently and pour the egg into the water as close to the water surface as possible
• As soon as the water returns to the boil place the lid on the saucepan and reduce to a medium heat and cook the egg for exactly 2 minutes
• Remove from the water using an egg slide with holes so you can drain off the poaching liquid and serve immediately.

 

Recipe Notes:

• This recipe is not suitable for storage or freezing, it is best served fresh

Disclaimer: C4K Kitchen does not hold any responsibility for the consumer using this recipe including the storage guidelines and time frames recommended in the recipe notes.  The consumer holds all responsibilities to ensure that food hygiene and safety standards are adhered to.