
Eggs are one of those kitchen staples that seem simple until you've wrestled with a rubbery white or a chalky green-ringed yolk one too many times. The pressure cooker method solves all of that, delivering consistently set whites and creamy, perfectly cooked yolks every single time. It's a genuinely satisfying technique once you see how reliably it works. With just eggs and water, there's nothing hidden in this recipe — no seasoning packets, no broth, no additives of any kind, which makes it a clean and completely trustworthy option for anyone avoiding flavor enhancers. The ice bath step is key: it stops the cooking immediately and makes peeling almost effortless, especially when you start at the wider end where the air pocket gives you a natural head start. Keep them unpeeled in the fridge for up to a week and you've got a ready-to-go protein source for salads, snacks, or meal prep all week long.
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Pour 1 cup of water into the inner pot of the pressure cooker. Place a steamer basket or trivet inside. Arrange the eggs in a single layer on the basket.
Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.
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