Foolproof Soft-Boiled Eggs Taught by a Pro

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   Boil water in a large pot.

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   Fill a large bowl with ice water.

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   Keep the eggs refrigerated.

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   Put the eggs in the boiling water.

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   Use a ladle or a sieve to submerge the eggs carefully.

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   If they crack at this step, the egg white will leak.

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   Boil for 6 minutes for refrigerated eggs, 5 and 1/2 minutes for eggs brought to room temperature.

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   Stir with chopsticks to center the egg yolks.

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   After they are done boiling, submerge in chilled water for 3 minutes.

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    Crack the eggs against one another in the chilled water, then remove the shell.

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    There you have it, creamy soft-boiled eggs!

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    Seefor ramen shop styled seasoned soft-boiled eggs.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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