Yes, You Can Make Poached Eggs in the Microwave — Here's How
Thought Poached Eggs could only be done on the stove? Think again. Here's how to get perfect poached eggs in minutes every time.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 2 minutesminutes
Total Time 7 minutesminutes
Servings 1
Calories 126kcal
Author FoodFaithFitness
Ingredients
1/2cupwatercold
2large eggs
Kosher saltto taste
Freshly ground black pepperto taste
Instructions
Place 1/2 cup of cold water into a microwave-safe mug or cup.
Carefully crack an egg into the water-filled cup.
Cover the cup with a microwave-safe saucer or plate.
Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then check the egg. If needed, continue microwaving in 10-second bursts. Check after each until the egg white is set.
Remove the cover and allow any steam to release safely. Take out the poached egg with a slotted spoon.