How to Perfectly Boil a Soft Egg

1. 1

   Prep Eggs & Pot

   1 min

   Gather room temperature eggs and a small saucepan, ensuring eggs are fully submerged in water.

2. 2

   Bring to Boil

   5-7 min

   Place eggs in cold water, then heat on high until the water reaches a rolling boil.

3. 3

   Simmer & Time

   6-7 min

   Immediately reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for exactly 6-7 minutes for a perfect soft yolk.

4. 4

   Ice Bath Shock

   1-2 min

   Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 1-2 minutes to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.

5. 5

   Peel & Serve

   1 min

   Gently crack and peel the eggs, or serve them directly in an egg cup with toast soldiers.