Corn Free Hard-Boiled Eggs with Sea Salt
Hard-boiled eggs are one of those timeless, satisfying staples that work as a snack, a protein-packed breakfast, or a simple addition to salads and grain bowls. What makes this version especially appealing is just how clean and minimal it is — two ingredients, both naturally free of corn derivatives, with no sauces, seasonings blends, or additives that could sneak in hidden fillers. Corn starch and corn syrup show up in the most unexpected places, so having a go-to recipe this stripped-back is genuinely useful. The method here is precise and reliable: a rolling boil followed by a gentle simmer and an ice bath produces eggs with fully set but tender whites and yolks that aren't chalky or green-tinged. Finishing with flaky sea salt adds a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor that makes even the simplest egg feel a little special. Keep a batch in the fridge and you've got an easy, worry-free protein ready whenever you need it.
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4 servings
- 8 large eggs
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Place the eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch.
- 2
Bring the water to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 11 minutes.
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