To cook eggs, there are several popular methods: frying, scrambling, and boiling. Here are concise instructions for each:
- Frying Eggs:
- Melt 1 tsp butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently pour it into the pan.
- Season with salt and cook until the white is set and the yolk is at the desired consistency (3 minutes for sunny side up).
- For over-easy, flip the egg after 1-2 minutes and cook another 30-60 seconds.
- Season with pepper and serve.
- Scrambled Eggs:
- Beat 3 eggs with 1 tsp milk or water until blended.
- Heat a small pan with olive oil or butter over medium heat.
- Pour eggs into pan, let sit a few seconds, then gently stir with a spatula to form soft curds.
- Cook while stirring until eggs are mostly set but still creamy (~5 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with chives if desired.
- Boiled Eggs:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Gently lower cold eggs into boiling water.
- Boil for 6-7 minutes for soft-boiled, 10-14 minutes for hard-boiled.
- Remove eggs and place in ice water bath to stop cooking.
- Peel starting from the bottom for easier removal.
Each method produces different textures and is suited for different dishes or preferences. Let me know if a specific method or recipe is desired in more detail!
