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Poached egg on toast on a white plate.
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How to Poach an Egg

Learn how to poach an egg at home. Use poached eggs on Eggs Benedict or serve them on a green salad or roasted vegetables.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Breakfast, How To
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cooking Tutorials
Servings: 2 eggs
Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar such as white vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • Pinch of salt optional (See Note)

Instructions

  • Fill a large skillet with water to three-quarters full and set over medium heat. Bring to the water to a simmer, add 1 teaspoon vinegar (any kind will do), and a couple pinches of salt.
  • Crack the eggs directly into the water. Make sure the water remains at a simmer, adjusting the heat as necessary.
  • Cook for 3 minutes to achieve a perfectly poached egg. Using a slotted spoon, remove each egg from the water and blot on a paper towel to remove excess water before transferring to serving plate.

Notes

The salt is added for seasoning, and is optional. If you prefer, season after removing the eggs from the water.