Gut Friendly Microwave Poached Egg

A perfectly poached egg is one of those small kitchen wins that feels way more impressive than the effort involved, and doing it in the microwave makes it genuinely weekday-friendly. The white comes out tender and fully set while the yolk stays gloriously runny — exactly the kind of simple, nourishing protein that sits easily and doesn't ask much of a sensitive digestive system. With just water, a splash of white vinegar, and a single egg, there are no hidden additives, emulsifiers, or processed ingredients to worry about. The vinegar helps the white hold its shape during cooking, which is the same trick used in stovetop poaching — just faster and with far less cleanup. Because the ingredient list is so minimal and clean, this is an easy go-to when you need something gentle, satisfying, and genuinely real. Serve it over plain rice, a slice of sourdough, or a bowl of soft-cooked greens for a meal that feels restorative without being complicated.

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