Name: Microwave Poached Eggs Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 large egg; ⅛ tsp white vinegar; ⅓ cup water; salt and pepper

Microwave Poached Eggs Recipe

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Recipes.net Team Published: June 4, 2020 Modified: March 30, 2021

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Here’s a method that’s quick, easy and almost foolproof. Make sure to poke a toothpick through the yolk first.

How To Make Microwave Poached Eggs

This trick let's you cook a poached egg with just the use of a microwave.

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 5 mins

Total: 10 mins

Serves:

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Ingredients

1 large egg
⅛ tsp white vinegar
⅓ cup water
salt and pepper

Instructions

Add the water and white vinegar to a 6 oz custard cup.
Break egg into cup, pierce egg yolk with toothpick, and cover dish loosely with plastic wrap.
Place in microwave and cook for 1 minute or until desired doneness.
You may need to experiment with cooking times based on the wattage of your microwave and taste preference. Immediately remove egg from hot water with a slotted spoon as it will continue to cook.
Serve with salt and pepper to taste.

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