Microwave Poached Eggs

Love poached eggs, but don't want the hassle? These Easy Microwave Poached Eggs are the BEST way to quickly and nearly effortlessly make poached eggs.

Keep in mind that every microwave is different so times may vary. You may need to play around with the times to get it just right.

Course Breakfast & Brunch

Cuisine American, French

Keyword easy recipe, eggs, high protein, quick recipe

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 2

Total Time 7

Servings serving

Calories 145

Author Laurie McNamara

Ingredients

1 cups water
1¼ teaspoons white vinegar
1 large egg
kosher salt for serving
freshly ground black pepper for serving

Instructions

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
Meanwhile, add 1¼ teaspoons white vinegar to a microwave-safe ramekin or bowl.
In a separate small bowl, crack and add the egg.
Once the water is boiling, carefully pour into the ramekin with the vinegar. Immediately –BUT STILL CAREFULLY– add the egg slowly into the hot vinegar water.
Use oven mitts or a thick towel to transfer the ramekins into the microwave and cook for 20 to 30 seconds, carefully (still using a kitchen towel if the ramekin is hot) remove the ramekin.
Use a slotted spoon to carefully and slowly, turn the egg over and then microwave for an additional 15 to 20 seconds OR until whites are set.
Once the whites are set, use a slotted spoon to remove and drain on paper towel.
If Making Two Eggs: Once the first egg is draining on paper towel, quickly make the second egg. Pour the other half of the boiling water (I keep it boiling on the stove) into the second ramekin and carefully add the second egg. Microwave the second egg for 30 seconds, carefully flip the egg in the vinegar water and microwave for an additional 15 to 20 seconds OR until whites are set. Transfer poached egg to paper towel lined plate before serving.
In my experience, making 2 eggs at the same time in the microwave, throws off the cook times.
See blog post for ways to enjoy poached eggs.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.

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