Microwave Poached Eggs Recipes

MICROWAVE POACHED EGGS

Steps:

• Add the water and white vinegar to a 6 ounce 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.

EASY MICROWAVE POACHED EGGS

Steps:

• Pour water into a microwave-safe cup or bowl; add vinegar. Cracks eggs into the cup.
• Cook eggs in the microwave for 1 minute 20 seconds. Drain.

MICROWAVE POACHED EGGS (BON APPETIT MAGAZINE)

Steps:

• Fill a 1-cup (or larger) bowl (or mug) with 1/2 cup of water.
• Add a pinch of salt to the water if you like.
• Crack an egg into the bowl; make sure the egg is completely submerged.
• Cover the top of the bowl with a small plate or saucer.
• Microwave on HIGH power for 1 minute.
• Remove from microwave and check to see if white of the egg is firm.
• If the egg white or the yolk needs more cooking, re-cover the bowl and microwave on HIGH for another 15 seconds.*.
• Using a slotted serving spoon or large fork, carefully transfer the egg to your toast, your plate, etc., and sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
• *Please note that microwave cooking times will vary.When I make this, I take the egg out after 1 minute on HIGH and flip it over in the bowl, re-cover, and cook on HIGH for another 15 seconds.

SIMPLE MICROWAVE POACHED EGGS

Steps:

• Heat the water or butter in a custard cup.
• Add the egg, poke it to prevent it from exploding, and sprinkle with salt, pepper and optional Parmesan.
• Cover and microwave on medium for 45 to 75 seconds.
• Let stand, with cover on, for 1 minute.