Follow my simple tips to learn How to Poach an Egg perfectly every time. I love these easy poached eggs and use them in a variety of breakfast dishes!
Do you love breakfast recipes as much as I do? Try French Toast Casserole, Spinach and Bacon Quiche, or Breakfast Potatoes.
![A poached egg slightly cut to reveal the yolk on top of a slice of avocado toast.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-To-Poach-An-Egg-1.jpg)
Why I love this recipe:
- Easy – All you need is a saucepan and slotted spoon, and they’re so simple, anyone can learn to poach eggs.
- Impressive – Poached eggs level up any breakfast, like simple avocado toast on a weekday, or Eggs Benedict to serve guests or for a special occasion.
How to Poach an Egg:
Boil Water: Fill the pot with about 3 inches of water. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce heat until it reaches a simmer. You should see small bubbles coming to the surface but not rolling.
![Water simmering in a pot on the stove to make an easy poached egg.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-To-Poach-An-Egg-2.jpg)
Add Vinegar: Add a little splash of vinegar to the water (the vinegar helps the egg white to stay together once it is in the water).
![Apple cider vinegar being poured into a pot of simmering water for the best poached egg recipe.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-To-Poach-An-Egg-3.jpg)
Add Egg: Crack one egg into a small cup (I use a measuring cup). Stir the water in a circular motion with a spoon, then lower the egg into the simmering water, gently easing it out of the cup.
![An egg being poured into a pot of simmering water to make a poached egg.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-To-Poach-An-Egg-4.jpg)
Cook the egg in simmering water for 3-5 minutes, depending on how soft you like the egg yolk. Remove the poached egg with a slotted spoon.
![A homemeade poached egg being lifted out of a pot of water.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-To-Poach-An-Egg-5.jpg)
Serve on avocado toast, or to make Eggs Benedict, Eggs Florentine, or Huevos Rancheros.
![A fork cutting a poached egg on the top of avocado toast.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-To-Poach-An-Egg-6.jpg)
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Recipe
![A poached egg with the yolk slightly exposed on top of a piece of avocado toast.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/How-To-Poach-An-Egg-1-500x500.jpg)
How to Poach an Egg
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
Instructions
- Boil Water: Fill the pot with about 3 inches of water. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce heat until it reaches a simmer. You should see small bubbles coming to the surface but not rolling.
- Add Vinegar: Add a little splash of vinegar to the water (this is optional, but it helps the egg white to stay together once it is in the water).
- Add Egg: Crack one egg into a small cup (I use a measuring cup). Stir the water in a circular motion, then lower the egg into the simmering water, gently easing it out of the cup.
- Cook the egg in simmering water for 3-5 minutes, depending on how soft you want your egg yolk. (Cook poached eggs for 3 minutes for soft yolk, 4 minutes for medium, or 5 minutes for well done yolk). Remove the poached egg with a slotted spoon.
- Serve on avocado toast, or to make Eggs Benedict or your favorite breakfast.
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I cannot tell you how many times I have tried, and failed, to poach an egg. Having great success with your recipes, I decided to give it another try using your recipe. I am so happy I could cry. The eggs turned out perfect! I wish I would have used this technique years ago.