Low Sugar Microwave Poached Egg
A perfectly poached egg has always felt like a restaurant trick, but this microwave method makes it genuinely foolproof at home. The small splash of white vinegar helps the whites set up neatly around the yolk, giving you that classic, tidy shape without any swirling or stovetop fuss. With just four ingredients — water, vinegar, an egg, and a pinch of seasoning — there is absolutely nothing hidden here, no sauces, no sweeteners, no processed additions of any kind. That makes it a naturally clean choice for anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their meals. The real magic is in the 50% power step, which gently coaxes the white to set while keeping the yolk soft and runny in the center. Lift it out with a slotted spoon, season it simply, and you have something that looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. Serve it over toast, greens, or grain bowls and let the egg do all the talking.
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Learn more →Ingredients
1 serving
- ½ cup water
- ½ tsp white vinegar
- 1 large egg
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pour the water and white vinegar into a microwave-safe mug or deep microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute, until the water is hot but not yet boiling.
- 2
Crack the egg directly into the hot water, making sure it is fully submerged. Cover the mug tightly with a small plate or microwave-safe lid.
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