Mushroom Free Microwave Poached Egg
Poached eggs have a reputation for being fussy, but this microwave method proves that a silky, perfectly set white with a runny yolk is genuinely within reach on any morning. All you need is water, a splash of white vinegar, and a single egg — nothing hiding in the ingredient list, nothing to second-guess. The vinegar helps the white hold together neatly around the yolk, giving you that classic domed shape without a stovetop swirl or a pot of simmering water to manage. Cooking at 50% power is the real trick here, letting the egg set gently so the white turns fully opaque while the yolk stays gloriously jammy. A slotted spoon lift and a quick seasoning of salt and pepper, and you're done in under three minutes. It's the kind of effortless technique that makes a genuinely elegant breakfast feel completely doable on a Tuesday.
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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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