Emma Miller
It happens that boiling and peeling eggs brings nothing but disappointment. Few people like it when eggs crack and it is simply unrealistic to peel them “nicely,” without tearing off pieces of protein.
How to cook eggs – basic rules
Boil, however, as well as used in food in any other form, only fresh eggs should be used. It is recommended to wash them beforehand. Put the eggs in a pot with cold water (yes, throwing eggs into boiling water is not the best idea).
To boil hard-boiled eggs, boil them for 4 to 5 minutes. To keep them softened, but a little firmer, the boiling time should be increased to 6 minutes. Hard-boiled eggs should be boiled for 7 minutes, and if you want a very hard yolk, clock in at 9 minutes. Many people argue about how to properly boil eggs and count the time. It turns out that everything is simple – you need to do it from the moment the water boils.
How to cook eggs without cracking – the main and the easiest secret
Sometimes eggs crack, even if they are put not in boiling water, but in cold water. Many housewives already know what to put in the water when boiling eggs, but do not always share this secret. However, now there is no mystery. A slice of lemon will help you.
Lemon or lemon juice when boiling eggs prevents the appearance of cracks on the shell. Cleaning eggs after such cooking is a real pleasure. The shell comes off easily and beautifully, the egg is smooth and shiny. Just put a slice of lemon or pour a little lemon juice into the water with the eggs – the result will surprise you.
