For the freshest eggs, add 1/2 teaspoon of vinegar to the water – this can help with peeling, especially with very fresh eggs. Don't overcrowd the saucepan. Using a smaller saucepan with too many eggs can lead to uneven cooking. The 17-minute steeping time is ideal for large eggs. Adjust the time slightly (1-2 minutes) for smaller or extra-large eggs.
Chef John's Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME5 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS853
Unlock the secret to flawlessly cooked hard-boiled eggs, boasting tender whites, vibrant yolks, and effortless peeling. A culinary triumph for breakfast, salads, or simply a protein-packed snack!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate0 g
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Cholesterol186 mg
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium70 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Gently place the eggs in a saucepan, ensuring they are in a single layer. Cover the eggs completely with cold water, ensuring the water level is about an inch above the eggs. (1 minute)
02 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Bring the water to a simmer over high heat. Watch closely for the first signs of bubbling – the eggs should gently 'dance' in the water, but not boil vigorously. (5-8 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 7 mins As soon as the water simmers, immediately turn off the heat. Cover the saucepan tightly with a lid and set a timer for precisely 17 minutes. Resist the urge to peek! (17 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 17 mins After 17 minutes, carefully pour out the hot water and immediately fill the saucepan with ice-cold water. Allow the eggs to sit in the ice bath for at least 20 minutes to halt the cooking process and make peeling easier. (20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Once cooled, gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to create small cracks all over the shell. Peel the eggs under cool running water, starting from the larger end. The shells should slip off effortlessly.
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Dorthy Kassulke
Dec 28, 2024This recipe is a game-changer! My hard-boiled eggs always come out perfect now.
Virginia Rath
Dec 17, 2024I accidentally left them in the hot water for an extra minute, and they still turned out great!
Marielle Mann
Oct 10, 2024The cold water bath is key to preventing the green ring around the yolk.
Nicolas Herman
Nov 5, 2023The yolks are so creamy and the whites are perfectly cooked. I'll never use another method again.
Kristoffer Cassin
Oct 30, 2023Great recipe! Adding the baking soda really made a difference in how easily they peeled.
Audrey Lubowitz
Sep 9, 2023This is now my go-to hard-boiled egg recipe. So consistent and reliable.
Maximilian Beahan
Jun 12, 2023I love how simple and straightforward this recipe is. Even a beginner cook can master it.
Leola Dicki
Mar 12, 2023I've struggled with peeling eggs for years, but this method works like a charm. Thank you!
Ernestine Medhurst
Jun 19, 2022I tried this with brown eggs and it worked just as well. Highly recommend!