Citrus Free Soft-Boiled Eggs
Soft-boiled eggs are one of those quietly perfect foods — a glossy, fully set white giving way to a warm, jammy yolk that feels almost luxurious for something so simple. The technique here is precise and reliable: a rolling boil, exactly seven minutes, and a swift transfer to an ice bath that stops the cooking right at that sweet spot. That ice bath is the real secret, locking in the texture so you're not left with a chalky, overcooked center. Peeling under a thin stream of cold running water makes the shells slip off cleanly, which is a small trick that makes a big difference. For anyone navigating a citrus-free lifestyle, this recipe is a genuine no-stress win — just eggs, salt, ice, and water, with zero hidden ingredients to second-guess. Serve them halved over a grain bowl, nestled into ramen, or simply on their own with a pinch of flaky salt.
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4 servings
- 8 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- ice, for the ice bath
Instructions
- 1
Fill a medium saucepan with enough water to submerge the eggs by at least 1 inch and add the salt. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Fill a large bowl with cold water and a generous amount of ice and set it near the stove.
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