Instant Pot Poached Eggs
If you love poached eggs but find making them intimidating, you’ll appreciate instant pot-poached eggs.
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Poached eggs are boiled but different from the usual boiled egg. Boiled eggs are boiled with the shell still intact. We often call them hard-boiled eggs. Poached eggs are cooked in boiling water, but the shell is removed before cooking.
The word poached comes from the French word poché, where poached eggs originated (France). Soft, delicate eggs are sometimes considered a sophisticated choice for consuming eggs, rather than eating them fried or scrambled.
A poached egg, like any cooked egg, doesn’t have a lot of flavor, so be sure to add the seasonings of your choice after the cooking process. If you have never had a poached egg or made one at home, you’ll likely find the process to be one you will want to repeat often.
Not only is the instant pot a wonderful appliance to use when you want to cook something efficiently, but the result of a poached egg is a soft egg that you can serve in several ways.
Are Poached Eggs Healthy?
Eggs are fabulously healthy and a great addition to your diet. They are full of protein, vitamin A, folate, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. Poached eggs are a healthier alternative to eggs cooked in butter since they contain little to no fat. They are also one of the rare foods that suit many diets, except for the vegan diet.
Always use cold eggs
When poaching eggs, don’t bring them to room temperature. It’s best to use cold eggs right out of the refrigerator. You want the eggs to keep their shape as they cook. Warm or room-temperature eggs will quickly run and not maintain an excellent shape. Cold eggs hold their shape for the perfect poached egg as they heat up.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 large eggs, cold from the refrigerator
- 1 cup room temperature water
- Oil or oil spray for greasing
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare
Set up your Instant Pot with water and trivet, then grease the egg cups.
Eggs
Crack an egg into each cup, ensuring they’re nestled on the trivet.
Cook
Seal the Instant Pot and steam the eggs to your preferred doneness.
Release
Once cooked, immediately release the pressure and open the pot.
Serve
Remove the eggs, drain any water, and place them on a paper towel before seasoning and serving.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
Store leftover poached eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. After two days, the eggs will get slimy and won’t taste as good. Don’t freeze poached eggs, as they won’t hold up well unless they are mixed in with other foods.
Poached eggs are best fresh, but if you need to reheat one, do it with hot water. Bring a pot of water to a boil, remove it from the heat, and lower the poached eggs into the water for about 30 seconds to warm it up.
After the eggs are poached, season them with anything you like. Salt and pepper always work well; however, you can make exciting eggs with paprika, Cayenne pepper, or garlic powder. Try different seasoning blends until you find the best mix for your taste.
You can poach any color egg; there is no difference. Use whatever you prefer or have on hand.
No. Start with room-temperature water in the instant pot. Using boiling water will begin to cook the eggs too soon. Room-temperature water allows the instant pot to do its magic at the right time.
Serving Suggestions
Remember the jingle, “The incredible, edible egg?” It still stands true. Eggs are perfect in the morning, noon, and night. Poached eggs are wonderfully light and delicate, making them an ideal companion with other foods. Here are some of my favorites to pair with poached eggs: breakfast sausage, fluffy pancakes, or waffles.
Pair your poached eggs with a cottage cheese sandwich or chickpea wrap for a healthy lunch or dinner. If you enjoy a fried egg on top of your burger, try a poached egg next time. Combining a sweet potato veggie burger with a poached egg creates a meal that feels sinful but is actually good for you.
Instant Pot Poached Eggs Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs cold from the refrigerator
- 1 cup room temperature water
- Oil or oil spray for greasing
Instructions
- Insert the trivet into the Instant Pot and add 1 cup of water.
- Grease 4 silicone egg cups or small ceramic bowls with oil and position them on the trivet.
- Carefully crack an egg into each greased cup.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid and turn the valve to the sealing position.
- Select the ‘Steam’ function and set the timer for your desired egg consistency: 2 minutes for soft whites and runny yolks, 3 minutes for soft whites and slightly set yolks, or 4 minutes for firm whites and solid yolks.
- Once the timer beeps, quickly release the pressure by switching the valve to the venting position, then carefully open the lid.
- Promptly remove the egg cups from the Instant Pot, discarding any condensation water on top of the eggs.
- Gently transfer the poached eggs onto a paper towel-lined plate to soak up excess moisture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately. DEVOUR!
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