A Boiled egg is an egg cooked in its shell in boiling water. It’s simple, nutritious, and widely eaten for breakfast or as a snack. 🍳🥚
Types
- Soft-boiled: Cooked about 4–6 minutes. The white is set, but the yolk is runny.
- Medium-boiled: Cooked about 7–9 minutes. The yolk is partly firm.
- Hard-boiled: Cooked about 10–12 minutes. The yolk and white are fully firm.
Basic Method
- Place eggs in a pot and cover with water.
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Once boiling, cook for the desired time (depending on soft or hard).
- Remove and place in cold water to stop cooking.
- Peel and eat.
Nutrition (1 large boiled egg)
- Calories: ~70–78
- Protein: ~6 g
- Healthy fats: ~5 g
- Vitamins: B12, D, A
- Minerals: Iron, selenium
Benefits
- High-quality protein 💪
- Helps with muscle building and weight control
- Keeps you full longer
If you want, I can also tell you:
- The best way to boil eggs perfectly (no cracking, easy peeling) 🥚
- Health benefits of eating boiled eggs daily 🍽️
- Boiled egg recipes you can make in 5 minutes.
