
Few snacks are as satisfying as a perfectly cooked hard-boiled egg, and this stripped-back version lets the ingredient shine with nothing more than a pinch of flaky sea salt. The method is precise — a rolling boil followed by a gentle simmer and an ice bath — which means you get that ideal firm white and fully set yolk every single time, no guesswork required. With just two ingredients, there's zero concern about hidden nut-based oils, coatings, or flavored seasonings that can sneak into more processed snack options. The ice bath step is the real secret here, stopping the cooking instantly and making the shells peel away cleanly and easily. These are endlessly versatile — serve them halved as a quick protein-packed snack, slice them over a salad, or pack them for an on-the-go lunch. Simple, clean, and genuinely delicious.
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Place the eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch.
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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