How to poach an egg

Poaching eggs are something that scare people but they are actually easier to do than you think. It is about timing and freshness. Below is a tutorial on how to poach an egg.

Top tip

Only use fresh free range eggs. Eggs that are not fresh will split and not poach well.

How to poach an egg:

  1. Fill a large saucepan just over a third with cold water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil.
  3. Add a tablespoon of white wine vinegar and bring the water down to a steady simmer.
  4. Crack the eggs into individual small bowls. Gently pour them into the water and poach for three minutes.
  5. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and allow the water to drain through the slots.

If you like your yolk hard, then poach for a couple more minutes.