Eggs are ideal for a quick, nutritious meal. They are really versatile too, fry, scrambled, or make an omelette or quiche. Poached eggs are quick and easy, but don't worry if they don't turn out perfect, Claire's shared her top tips to get the best poached eggs.
Tips for poaching the perfect egg
Tip 1: Use fresh eggs
Check the date on the box to see how old the eggs are. If you are still unsure then just pop them into a bowl of water and if they sink it means they are fresh eggs and if it floats it means they're old. If you use old eggs you will not be able to get the perfect poached egg.
Tip 2: Water temperature
It is important you have the water bubbling right, you don't want bubbles that are too big.
Tip 3: Add vinegar
It is a good idea to add a splash of vinegar to the water because it helps the white set.
Tip 4: Crack your egg into a different bowl
Crack your eggs in a smaller bowl first. This makes it much easier to place the eggs and avoid them going everywhere.
Tip 5: Swirl the water
Swirl the water slightly with a spoon, this helps the white wrap around the yolk.
Tip 6: Cooking time
Cook the egg for around 3-4 minutes. This may vary depending on your element.