Enjoy the ideal balance of flavor and texture with Medium-Boiled Eggs—perfect for breakfast, salads, and more.
Most of us are familiar with hard-boiled eggs, whether you’re enjoying them on a salad, jazzed up as a deviled egg, or just a simple on-the-go snack. Even though they’re a constant in my house, I have recently begun preparing more and more medium-boiled eggs. The process is similar to preparing a hard-boiled egg, but takes less time. If you’ve never tried one before, you’ll recognize the firmness of a hard-boiled egg on the outside. What may surprise you is a creamy, softer yolk. You may have even heard them referred to as “jammy eggs.”
My first medium-boiled egg experience was at a local ramen restaurant. I thought the egg over the bed of noodles was poached, but the chef actually explained that it was a flavored, medium-boiled egg. He said they soak the eggs in a marinade of soy sauce, sake and mirin. Once he opened the egg over the noodles, I was blown away by the consistency and flavor.
One weekend, I decided it was time to experiment with my own version when I was hosting brunch. I will admit, the first few versions ended up being hard-boiled. I wondered why I picked brunch as the time to experiment, but I was confident that the end result would be worth it. Once I got the timing right, my guests and I were enjoying a perfect batch of medium-boiled eggs over avocado toast.
Ever since then, I’ve been eating medium-boiled eggs much more often. Sometimes, it will be a basic version with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Other times, I’m slicing the eggs over a grain bowl or green salad. The creamy yolk mixes in well with the salad dressing, adding an extra depth of flavor. I encourage you to give it a try, as this recipe’s cooking time will help you ensure that your consistency is just right!
What’s the secret to the perfect medium-boiled egg?
Although the recipe is quite simple, there are a few tips to keep in mind. First, consider adding some distilled vinegar to your water. It reduces the egg smell and also helps prevent the shells from cracking. I also like to use a spoon when I’m adding the eggs to the water.
Once the eggs are boiled, don’t delay in chilling the eggs. They should immediately go into an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Otherwise, you’ll end up with hard-boiled eggs. When you’re ready to peel the eggs, run them under lukewarm water. That will make them easier to peel. I also use a spoon to gently tap the egg on the top, bottom, and middle, which makes the shell slide off.
How do I store leftovers?
It’s usually best to eat medium-boiled eggs right after cooking them. However, you can store unpeeled eggs in an airtight container for up to 1 week. If you’ve already peeled them, I recommend thoroughly drying them before you store them in an airtight container. The peeled version should last for up to 3 days, in case you want to meal prep for the week ahead. Freezing medium-boiled eggs is not recommended, as the texture will change significantly.
Serving suggestions
Medium-boiled eggs are good as a quick snack, but I also love them as part of a healthy breakfast or brunch. As I mentioned earlier, I think they’re the perfect topping over this Avocado Toast Recipe. While many people prefer poached eggs over avocado toast, I think that medium-boiled eggs are a lot easier to eat (and less messy). If you’re having a big stack of Delicious Cottage Cheese Pancakes for breakfast, you may want to add a medium-boiled egg for some protein. Just don’t forget a side of Air-Fryer Breakfast Sausages.
For lunch or dinner, I would recommend adding medium-boiled eggs to this Healthy And Delicious Buddha Bowl Recipe or a Spring Salad. Finally, enjoy the perfectly creamy medium-boiled egg over a bowl of Chicken Ramen Noodles.
Ingredients
- Water for boiling
- 6 large eggs
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the eggs. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Carefully lower the eggs into the boiling water using a spoon or ladle.
- Boil the eggs for exactly 8 minutes.
- Prepare a bowl of ice water while the eggs are boiling.
- Once cooked, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice water to cool for 2-4 minutes.
- Peel the eggs under lukewarm water to remove the shell, then serve as desired.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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