🥚 Boiled Egg
Boiled egg is a simple, protein-rich food made by cooking eggs in boiling water until the white and yolk solidify. It’s versatile, nutritious, and easy to prepare.
🥄 Nutritional Highlights (per large egg, ~50 g)
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 5 g (mostly healthy fats)
- Vitamins & Minerals: B12, D, choline, selenium
- Carbohydrates: 0.6 g
🍽️ How to Boil Eggs
- Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook to desired doneness:
- Soft-boiled: 4–6 minutes
- Medium: 7–9 minutes
- Hard-boiled: 10–12 minutes
- Cool eggs in ice water to stop cooking and make peeling easier.
💡 Tips
- Older eggs peel more easily after boiling.
- Add a pinch of salt or vinegar to the water to prevent cracking.
- Store hard-boiled eggs in the fridge for up to 1 week.
🍴 Uses
- Eaten plain with a sprinkle of salt and pepper
- Egg salads or sandwiches
- Snacks or lunchboxes
- Salads and bowls as a protein topping
I can also give a quick 3-step method to make perfectly peeled boiled eggs every time, which is a trick many people don’t know.
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