
Few snacks are as satisfying or as effortlessly protein-packed as a perfectly cooked hard-boiled egg finished with a pinch of good salt. The method here 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 involved. Flaky sea salt is the only seasoning you need, and it makes a genuinely noticeable difference compared to regular table salt, adding a little crunch and a clean, bright finish. For anyone navigating nut allergies, eggs are one of the most naturally safe and versatile whole foods out there, with zero cross-contamination concerns when you're working with just two simple ingredients. These are great on their own, sliced over a salad, or packed into a lunchbox for an easy, filling snack that travels well.
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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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