10 minutes

Perfect Poached Eggs Recipe with St. Ewe Eggs

Serves: 2 People

The humble poached egg is the ultimate breakfast flex. Follow Paul Ainsworth’s expert tips to achieve glossy whites and dreamy runny yolks, every single time.

Instructions

  1. - Step 1Bring a deep pan of water to the boil then reduce to a gentle simmer (about 90°C).
  2. - Step 2Crack your St. Ewe Original Medium eggs into cups, not directly into the water.
  3. - Step 3Stir the water to create a whirlpool, then gently drop in your eggs.
  4. - Step 4Poach for 4 - 5 mins, until whites are set around the yolk.
  5. - Step 5Remove your eggs with a slotted spoon, drain on a cloth, drizzle with olive oil, season, and serve on toasted sourdough. Enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 4 Original Medium Egg
  • 10 grams Salted Butter
  • 1 Loaf of Sourdough
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Flakes
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
  • 1 glug Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 500 ml Cold Water

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