Instructions:
- Place Eggs in Pot
Arrange your eggs in a single layer in the pot. - Add Water and Lemon Juice
Fill the pot with enough water to cover the eggs by about an inch. Add 1–2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the water. - Bring to a Boil
Turn the heat to medium-high and bring the water to a rolling boil. - Cook to Desired Doneness
Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer:- Soft-boiled: 4–6 minutes
- Medium-boiled: 7–9 minutes
- Hard-boiled: 10–12 minutes
- Cool Eggs Immediately
Remove the eggs and place them in an ice bath or run under cold water to stop cooking and make peeling even easier.
💡 Bonus Tips for Perfect Boiled Eggs
- Use slightly older eggs for easier peeling; very fresh eggs tend to stick more.
- Don’t overcrowd the pot — give each egg space to cook evenly.
- If you’re boiling many eggs, add a splash of vinegar in addition to lemon juice for extra shell-softening power.
Final Thoughts
Adding lemon juice while boiling eggs is a simple yet powerful kitchen hack that helps you achieve perfectly cooked eggs with minimal fuss. It improves peelability, reduces cracking, and keeps the whites tender — turning a basic cooking task into a consistently successful one.
Next time you boil eggs, give this lemon juice tip a try and enjoy hassle-free, delicious eggs every time!
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