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Soft-Boiled Eggs — 212°F (boiling water) (100°C), 6-7 min
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Temperature: 212°F (boiling water) (100°C)
Cook Time: 6-7 min
Overview
Soft-Boiled Eggs: cook at 212°F (boiling water) (100°C) for 6-7 min. Start in boiling water. 6 min = very runny yolk. 7 min = jammy yolk. Ice bath immediately to stop cooking.
Key Details
- Temperature: 212°F (boiling water) (100°C)
- Cook Time: 6-7 min
- Start in boiling water. 6 min = very runny yolk. 7 min = jammy yolk. Ice bath immediately to stop cooking.
- Use fresh eggs for best results — older eggs spread more
- Room temperature eggs cook more evenly
Why This Matters
- Egg cooking is one of the most searched cooking topics
- Temperature control makes the difference between perfect and rubbery eggs
- Different styles require different heat levels and timing
How To
- 1Set heat to 212°F (boiling water)
- 2Cook for 6-7 min
- 3Start in boiling water. 6 min = very runny yolk. 7 min = jammy yolk. Ice bath immediately to stop cooking.
- 4Season after cooking for best texture (salt can toughen eggs)
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cooking-tempspoultryeggssoft-boiled-eggsbreakfast
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EssentialFrequently Asked Questions
212°F (boiling water) (100°C). Cook for 6-7 min. Start in boiling water. 6 min = very runny yolk. 7 min = jammy yolk. Ice bath immediately to stop cooking.