How to Fry, BastE and Poach eggs
Eggs are the most versatile food in the kitchen. They can be scrambled, baked, poached, fried, and more. This article will teach you three ways to cook eggs: frying, poaching, and basting.
What is the difference between basting and poaching?
The two are similar, but there is one significant difference: basting means cooking in a liquid. Poaching is cooking in a liquid and then removing it from the liquid. This can be done with or without oil.
For example, if you're poaching eggs in water, you would start them off by boiling water on high heat. Then, once it boils and bubbles are coming up around the edge of your pot (this will take about 1-2 minutes), lower your heat to medium-low so that it's not quite as hot anymore but still bubbling away and has plenty of steam coming off of it (you'll know when this happens because there'll be steam rising). After reaching this point for about 2 minutes (or longer, depending on how many eggs you're cooking), crack open your first egg into a ramekin or small bowl and gently slide it into the water one at a time until they've all been added. Then let them sit there for 3 minutes before pulling them out with tongs onto plates or serving bowls covered by paper towels so that any excess moisture can drain off while keeping their shape intact!
How to fry eggs in a pan
Heat a pan over medium heat.
Add butter or oil.
Crack the eggs and add them to the pan one by one, being careful not to break them.
Once all your eggs are in the pan, turn off your heat and cover it with a lid (or leave it on very low heat) for precisely five minutes. This will result in nice runny yolks that are delicious when eaten right away—if you prefer your yolks to be more solidified, cook for an additional minute before removing them from the heat. Note: If you’re cooking only one egg, consider using two pans—the second should be preheated on high while you prepare the first egg, then lowered down once both pans are hot enough!
Meanwhile: In another preheated skillet (on high), add some butter or oil and wait until shimmering hot before adding two slices of bread per person and cooking until golden brown on each side.*Once both pans have reached desired temperatures (medium or high), transfer each fried egg directly into its hole made by pressing down gently with a spatula. Hence, as not damage too much of their beautiful golden surface area.*Finally—and most importantly—transfer onto plates/bowls/whatever else works best for you!
How to poach eggs
Poaching eggs is a great way to start your day. It's quick, easy, and delicious. The only actual equipment you need is a non-stick pan and some water.
Preheat the pan over medium heat for about one minute to begin poaching an egg. Add about 1/4 cup of water to the pan and use a spoon to create a whirlpool in the center of it; this will help keep each egg from sticking to other eggs as you add them to it later in your cooking process.
Next, crack an egg into a separate bowl before gently breaking open its shell by tapping it on its side with your hand or spoon. Then slowly drop one or two eggs into the center of this little whirlpool (depending on how many poached eggs you want). Let them cook until they reach desired firmness—about three minutes should do—and then remove with a slotted spatula or tongs before serving hot!
Poaching eggs in advance
Poaching eggs ahead of time is an excellent way to prepare for brunch or other events. If you have time, poach the eggs (using this technique) and store them in a container filled with water and vinegar. The acidity from the vinegar will help keep them from going bad while refrigerating for up to three days. To reheat, add two tablespoons of vinegar to a saucepan half filled with water and boil over medium heat until it reaches 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 degrees Celsius). Add your egg(s), then reduce heat so that liquid simmers gently; cook for about 3 minutes or until whites are firm but yolks are still runny. Remove poached egg(s) with tongs or a slotted spoon; let cool slightly before serving as desired!
Frying, basting, and poaching are three great ways to cook an egg.
You can fry, baste and poach eggs in so many different ways. Each method is excellent for other times of the day.
If you’re looking for a quick and easy breakfast, frying an egg is your best bet. Heat some oil in a skillet and add your favorite ingredients to create an omelet or frittata. For example, try adding tomatoes, onions, and spinach!
Basting is also great for breakfast because it adds flavor while keeping things moist (and delicious). But since there are no hard-and-fast rules about how long each side should cook before flipping it over on something else (like toast), this method works well any time throughout the day too!
Poaching eggs might seem more effort than frying them, but trust us when we say: once you try poached eggs with hollandaise sauce, nothing else will ever be as good again!
Conclusion
There are so many different ways to cook an egg, and everyone has their preference. I hope this article helped you decide which method is suitable for you, but if not, then don’t worry! Just keep experimenting until you find something that works best for your needs.
Article by Dat Milton
