A boiled egg is one of the simplest, most nutritious foods you can make—quick, filling, and packed with protein.
🍳 Types of boiled eggs
1. Soft-boiled
- Cook time: 5–6 minutes
- Whites set, yolk still runny
2. Medium-boiled
- Cook time: 7–8 minutes
- Yolk slightly soft in the center
3. Hard-boiled
- Cook time: 9–12 minutes
- Fully firm yolk and white
🥚 How to boil eggs perfectly
- Place eggs in a pot and cover with water.
- Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and cook based on your preferred style (see above).
- Transfer eggs to cold water immediately to stop cooking.
- Peel and enjoy.
🧂 Tips
- Add a pinch of salt or a splash of vinegar to help prevent cracking
- Older eggs peel more easily than fresh ones
- Roll gently on a surface before peeling to remove shell easily
💪 Nutrition (1 large egg approx.)
- Protein: ~6–7g
- Healthy fats
- Vitamins: B12, D, A
- Minerals: iron, selenium
🍽️ Easy ways to eat them
- With a sprinkle of salt & black pepper
- Slice into salads or sandwiches
- Mash with mayo for egg salad
- Pair with roti or toast for a quick meal
If you want, I can show you a desi-style masala boiled egg or how to make jammy eggs like in ramen 🍜
