Artificial Flavors Free Microwave Poached Egg
A perfectly poached egg has a reputation for being fussy, but this microwave method proves it doesn't have to be. With just water, a splash of white vinegar, and a single egg, you get a silky, tender white wrapped around a gloriously runny yolk — no special equipment or stovetop babysitting required. The vinegar helps the white hold together neatly, which is the same trick professional cooks use, just adapted for your kitchen counter. Because the ingredient list is so stripped back, there's nothing hidden here — no flavor packets, no seasoning blends, no additives of any kind. You control every element, right down to the salt and pepper at the end. It's ready in just a few minutes and lands beautifully on toast, grain bowls, or anything else that could use a rich, jammy yolk on top.
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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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