Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs: Chef John's Foolproof Recipe

Name: Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs: Chef John's Foolproof Recipe
Total time: 50 mins
Ingredients: 6 eggs

Master the art of hard boiled eggs with this foolproof technique. Say goodbye to stubborn shells and hello to perfectly cooked eggs featuring firm whites, vibrant yellow yolks, and an irresistibly creamy texture!

Total time50 mins
Prep time5 mins
Cook time5 mins
Yield6 hard boiled eggs, 6

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Ingredients

6 eggs eggs

Instructions

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water; bring to high heat. Once the water begins to simmer and the eggs gently move, remove from heat, cover immediately with a lid, and let sit for 17 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid.
Drain the hot water and replace with cold water. Drain and refill with fresh cold water; allow the eggs to cool for approximately 20 minutes.
Peel the eggs under running water for effortless removal of the shell.

Nutrition

Calories: 72 kcal
Fat Content: 5 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 70 mg
Protein Content: 6 g
Cholesterol Content: 186 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 0 g
Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g