Picture this: It’s a Sunday morning, coffee is brewing, and hunger is starting to creep in. ☕🍳 Would you believe that a simple coffee pot could transform breakfast and make a perfectly poached egg? It’s no yolk!
Yup, this quirky cooking hack is all about combining convenience with a beloved breakfast staple. Not a latte people know about this, but it’s time to spill the beans and stir up the culinary world a little.
Now, don’t go running off to tell the kettle just yet! 😜 This egg-straordinary trick is a surefire way to impress at the next brunch. Trust me, it’s all it’s cracked up to be!
Getting Ready
Before embarking on this eggs-ceptional adventure, gather the necessary equipment. Of course, a coffee pot is a must-have – clean and free from any coffee residues. It’s a whole new brew-tiful world!
Tip: Ensure the coffee pot is thoroughly cleaned. Coffee flavored eggs are not the goal here!
Next, let’s not forget about the star of the show – a fresh egg. It doesn’t take a genius to know that the fresher the egg, the better the poach! 🥚✨
Poaching the Perfect Egg
Start off by filling the coffee pot with water just enough to submerge an egg. Place the pot on the coffee maker’s burner and let the water heat up till it’s hot but not boiling.
Tip: Keep an eye on the water. We don’t want it boiling; a gentle simmer is what we’re after.
Crack the egg into a small bowl. Once the water is ready, gently slide the egg into the coffee pot. Let the magic happen for about four minutes. The egg should form a lovely little package, white nicely set and yolk still runny.
Tip: Always crack the egg into a separate bowl first. It makes it easier to slide the egg into the pot and avoids the disaster of broken shells.
Once done, fish the poached egg out with a slotted spoon, let it drain and transfer it to a plate. Add a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and voila! A perfectly poached egg made in a coffee pot! 🎉😋
So, the next time the craving for poached eggs hits, remember the coffee pot trick. It might just become a brew-tine morning ritual. After all, it’s always an egg-cellent time for a poached egg! 😂
Coffee Pot Poached Egg
Course: BreakfastCuisine: American1
servings5
minutes4
minutes68
kcalA unique and fun way to poach an egg using a coffee pot!
Ingredients
1 fresh egg
Water
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Fill the coffee pot with enough water to submerge an egg. Place on the coffee maker’s burner to heat the water until it’s hot but not boiling.
- Crack the egg into a small bowl. Carefully slide the egg into the coffee pot.
- Allow the egg to poach in the hot water for about 4 minutes.
- Remove the egg with a slotted spoon, allowing it to drain, then transfer to a plate. Season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- This method can also be used to poach multiple eggs. Just make sure the pot is large enough and the eggs don’t overlap.
- Make sure to clean the pot thoroughly after use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I poach more than one egg at a time in the coffee pot?
A: Yes, you can poach multiple eggs at a time, but make sure they don’t overlap and there’s enough space for each egg.
Q: What’s the ideal poaching time for an egg in the coffee pot?
A: For a beautifully poached egg with a runny yolk, aim for about 4 minutes. However, you might need to adjust this a bit based on your particular coffee pot and its heat output.
Q: Do I need to clean the coffee pot after poaching the egg?
A: Yes, it is advisable to clean the coffee pot thoroughly after poaching the egg to remove any egg residues.
Q: Can I use this method with other eggs like duck or quail eggs?
A: Absolutely. Just remember that different types of eggs may require slightly different cooking times due to their size and thickness of shell.
