The ‘secret to perfect poached eggs’ is not vinegar

Poached eggs are a popular dish, covering breakfast, brunch and lunch, but so often it can be a struggle to get them exactly right. However, one chef believes he has the answer to “perfect poached eggs” – and despite what many people say, it is not vinegar. Chef Tyler Butt is the developer of his … Read more

How to poach an egg: Mary Berry has shared her cooking method for the ‘perfect breakfast’

Poached eggs are both a healthy and tasty breakfast, but many people can be put off cooking them as it can be tricky if you do not know the proper technique. It may seem simple enough to boil water in a pan but it can be difficult to get the egg to keep its shape, … Read more

Chef’s poached egg recipe for ‘restaurant-quality’ eggs

Poached eggs are a weekend staple taking you from breakfast through to brunch, and can even make a delicious addition to a dinnertime dish. But so often, getting a poached egg exactly right can leave people scratching their heads. Posting to Reddit, one person expressed their frustration at trying to achieve the perfect egg. “Every … Read more

How to poach a egg in 45 seconds without using a pan or vinegar:

Poached eggs are one of the tastiest weekend breakfasts to cook, but people can often struggle with the technique required to make them. Although it may seem easy to simmer eggs in a pan, it can be tricky getting the temperature and timing right which can cause it to become rubbery or broken apart if … Read more

Chef’s ‘foolproof’ recipe for ‘perfect’ poached eggs

Poached eggs are the perfect weekend dish taking you from breakfast to brunch right through until lunch. However getting your poached egg right can be a challenge, with so many different methods out there claiming to be the best. A chef has shared what she believes to be the “best way” to make a poached … Read more

Woman shares ‘life-changing’ hack to make ‘perfect’ poached eggs in 4 minutes

Poached eggs add a delicious touch to breakfast and are seen as the most special in the egg family. But, they can be very tricky to get right. It’s terribly annoying when you just can’t cook them like the ones managed by chefs in stylish breakfast spots. However, instead of going out and spending loads … Read more

Exact time to cook poached eggs for ‘super-silky’ results

Timing is everything when it comes to cooking eggs, whether they’re boiled, fried or poached. That said, the latter is incredibly hard to master when the eggs are submerged in boiling water. The wispy whites can go wild if poked around too much and the delicate yolk will quickly split open, leaving the egg looking … Read more

Michelin-star chef shares ‘better way’ to poach eggs without using vinegar

A Michelin-starred chef has shared his secret to making the perfect poached egg – and it doesn’t involve vinegar. Paul Foster, who owns the fine dining restaurant Salt, posted a video on TikTok showing his fool-proof method for poaching eggs. He said: “I was shown, when I was a young chef, to use vinegar but … Read more

Recipe: Make a healthy air fryer egg breakfast with ‘complete proteins’

British Lion Eggs are approved by the Food Standards Agency to be served runny, or even raw, so they’re perfect for making a gooey poached egg in the morning. But instead of tucking into them with a standard side of toast, recipe creators at the leading egg organisation have shared a much more exciting, and … Read more

How to poach the perfect ‘oval’ egg, according to Mary Berry

A hankering for poached eggs can be a nuisance for those who haven’t mastered the art of cooking them. The soft texture makes them fragile and breakable, plus so easy to under-cook in an attempt to secure a runny yolk. But according to British chef and baking expert Mary Berry, there is a way to … Read more