Xanthan Gum Free Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs are one of those kitchen staples that seem simple until you're dealing with rubbery whites, greenish yolks, or shells that tear the egg apart on the way off. The Instant Pot method solves all of that with a hands-off pressure cook followed by a natural release and a quick ice bath — the result is consistently tender whites and perfectly set, bright yellow yolks every single time. For anyone navigating a diet that rules out thickeners and stabilizers, eggs are a naturally clean, whole-food protein with absolutely nothing to scrutinize on a label. There are no additives, no fillers, no hidden ingredients — just eggs, water, and ice. The ice bath step is worth taking seriously; it stops the cooking instantly and is the secret to those shells that practically slide off on their own. Make a batch at the start of the week and you've got a ready-to-eat snack, salad topper, or quick breakfast that fits seamlessly into a clean, uncomplicated way of eating.
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6 servings
- 12 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- ice, for the ice bath
Instructions
- 1
Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot insert. Place the trivet or steamer basket inside. Arrange the eggs in a single layer on the trivet — they can touch but should not be stacked.
- 2
Lock the lid and set the pressure-release valve to Sealing. Cook on Manual (High Pressure) for 5 minutes. While the eggs cook, fill a large bowl with cold water and a generous amount of ice.
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