Poached eggs not so messy anymore; try this microwave hack

Chef Anahita Dhondy shared this easy hack that took her some time to master!

• By: Lifestyle Desk
• New Delhi | June 12, 2021 09:40 PM IST
2 min read

Poach a better egg: Hate those floaty streamers you get every time you try to poach an egg? Try this microwave hack! (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)

Poached eggs are undeniably a breakfast favourite, however they do have a reputation for being extremely messy and tricky to cook. Not only for breakfasts, poached eggs go great with your salads, toasts and even noodles, who doesn’t love a good runny yolk.

While most recipes will recommend precise boiling temperatures, a dash of vinegar etc. to get the perfect poached egg, this quick hack by chef Anahita Dhondy will give you the best-poached eggs in your microwave in less than a minute! Time to poach eggs like a pro.

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She shared the recipe on her Instagram. Take a look!

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Ingredients 

1 – Egg

1 cup – Hot water

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Method

 *Crack your egg and add to your cup of water, finally place the cup in the microwave for exactly 40 seconds.

*Once prepared, strain the egg and place it on top of your favourite toast and enjoy.

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