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How to Poach Eggs

A simple technique for cooking eggs to a delicate, runny-yolked perfection. This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

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How to Poach Eggs

Main IngredientsEggs, Salt
CuisineBritish
CourseSnacks and Starters
Prep Time0-5 minutes
Cook time16-20 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of CookingEasy
OthersNon Veg

Ingredients 

  • 4 eggs
  • Salt to taste 
  • ½ teaspoon vinegar 
  • 4 English muffins, diagonally halved
  • Crushed black peppercorns to taste
  • Iceberg lettuce leaves for serving 
  • Roasted cherry tomato halves for serving

Method

  1. Boil sufficient water in a pan. Add salt and vinegar. 
  2. Break one egg in a bowl. 
  3. Stir the boiling water mixture, drop in the egg and poach for 3 minutes. Drain on an absorbent paper. 
  4. Place the poached egg on the base of the muffin, sprinkle some salt and crushed peppercorns on top. 
  5. Serve with few iceberg lettuce leaves and roasted cherry tomato halves. 
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