
Sometimes the simplest things on the table are the ones everyone reaches for first, and a perfectly cooked egg finished with a pinch of flaky sea salt is hard to beat. The method here is precise — a rolling boil, a quick drop to a simmer, then an ice bath — which means you get that ideal firm white and a yolk that's fully set without turning chalky or green. Flaky sea salt does a lot of heavy lifting in a two-ingredient recipe, adding a little crunch and a burst of flavor with every bite. This is the kind of dish that works as a snack, a protein-packed side, or a base for a bigger spread, and it comes together with almost zero effort. For anyone navigating a poultry-free table, eggs are a reliable, satisfying staple that deliver real protein without any of the usual menu stress. Peel them, halve them, and let the salt do the rest.
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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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