Microwave Poached Eggs
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper Salt and pepper Salt and pepper
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Instructions
- Put 1/4 cup water in an 8-ounce glass measuring cup or sturdy, microwave-safe mug.,Microwave on high power for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until the water is steaming (not rapidly boiling).
- Crack the egg into the water. Gently slide a toothpick into the yolk, keeping it intact. Cover the measuring cup or mug with plastic wrap (if using a mug, you may use a small microwave-safe saucer instead).,Very occasionally, the yolk can explode in the microwave. Piercing the yolk and covering the mug keeps the process safe and neat.,Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
- Microwave the egg another 35 seconds on high.,The cook time here will depend a lot on the wattage of your microwave. Start with 35 seconds, and keep adding time as needed in 10-second increments if needed. Egg overcooked? Next time, try cooking it for only 30 seconds after adding the egg to the water.,Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
- When removing the egg from the water, keep your face upright and away from the mug.,Using a spoon or fork, gently lift the egg out of the mug and set it on a slice of stale bread or a paper towel. Transfer to your serving plate, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and enjoy.,Did you love the recipe? Leave us a rating and review!,Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel,Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
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