Poll Time ⏩Boiled Egg Yolk—The Yellow Stuff

[Kiki]

Ah, I didn't see anywhere on there that said steam. I just use a veggie steam basket. Works like a charm. Soft steamed is my fave.View attachment 2888841

Well shoot it doesn't actually say it's steaming them but I'm pretty sure that's how it cooks them.
You pour a little tiny bit of water onto the heat plate...then place this little plastic egg holder thing on top of that to put the eggs in then put the lid on.
I'm pretty sure it is the steam that cooks them quickly.

 

[MTKitty]

Not sure. I had it a long time ago when my dad encouraged me to try new food. I believe it is pressure cooked in soup so that it has a special flavor. But don't quote me on that.

Oooo, found a recipe for tea eggs (the interwebs are awesome) and it sounds good. I just need to add a few things to the grocery list.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

I didn't think I would like this little kitchen gadget so much at first but boy it comes in handy.
You can even easy peel extremely fresh, laid the same day, eggs when using it.
Dash Rapid Egg Cooker: 6 Egg Capacity Electric Egg Cooker for Hard Boiled Eggs, Poached Eggs, Scrambled Eggs, or Omelets with Auto Shut Off Feature - Black (DEC005BK) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DDXWFY0/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_6PZJ8MG23HNGSNC4H1AV

And it only costs $200!

 

[Crazy Maizie]

Eggs are awesome pretty much however they are cooked. Unless, when they are hard-boiled, they are overcooked and the yolks are green on the outside and the yolks are dry and chalky, then yuck. Just start the eggs in cold water, then bring to a boil, turn off the heat, cover and let set for 10 minutes, then shock in ice water. Done! Perfection!

I agree about overcooked hardboiled eggs. I've found using the instant pot helps me to make the perfect egg and they peel well since all of mine are pretty fresh.

 

[Crazy Maizie]

I had this thing called a tea egg a while ago. Although I do not eat it often, I would never give that to a dog. Just wanted to point that out.

Oh I see. Yeah, I get what you're saying now. I would never give my dogs something they shouldn't have. But, I guess some people do give things to their dogs that they shouldn't have - either without realizing it or not caring.

 

[tripletfeb]

I hardboil my fresh eggs a little different. I keep them in the fridge while the water boils, then put the cold eggs in the boiling water. Boil them for five mins with the lid off. Then remove from heat, put lid on, and let sit for about 12-15 more mins. Then plunge in ice bath. Works very well for me to peel them and I rarely have one crack

 

[R2elk]

What else do you hard boil eggs in if not plain water?

Water acidized with vinegar or lemon juice.

 

[Crazy Maizie]

Water acidized with vinegar or lemon juice.

Yeah, I know people do that. I've tried it myself. It's not something that works for me though. But, it's so little compared to the amount of water, it wouldn't do much to the eggs as far as when you eat them. I also know the trick with a pinch of salt. I guess the way it was posted, I thought they were boiling eggs in something else besides water.

 

[R2elk]

Yeah, I know people do that. I've tried it myself. It's not something that works for me though. But, it's so little compared to the amount of water, it wouldn't do much to the eggs as far as when you eat them. I also know the trick with a pinch of salt. I guess the way it was posted, I thought they were boiling eggs in something else besides water.

Salt is added to the water to increase the temperature it boils at.

Acid (vinegar or lemon juice) is added to start dissolving the egg shell making it softer and more pliable.

 

[STACEYH]

I love eggs hardboiled with pepper. I enjoy red beet eggs also.