Tired of battling stubborn poached eggs on the stovetop? Say goodbye to vinegar and hello to perfectly poached perfection with this revolutionary air fryer method! TikTok food sensation @sugar_pink_food, Latoya Egerton, has shared her secret for achieving restaurant-quality poached eggs without the usual hassle. Forget the messy stovetop dance; this technique delivers consistent results every time.
Latoya’s ingenious air fryer method begins with two small, oven-safe ramekins. Lightly grease each ramekin with cooking oil. This simple step prevents sticking and ensures easy removal of your perfectly cooked eggs. Next, fill each ramekin halfway with *boiling* water – this is key! Using hot water ensures the egg whites begin to set before the yolks, resulting in that coveted runny yolk and perfectly formed egg white. Cold water, on the other hand, will cook the egg more uniformly, potentially leading to a fully cooked yolk which some might find less appealing.
Carefully crack an egg into each ramekin. The ramekins act as individual poaching vessels, holding the egg’s shape beautifully and eliminating the need for vinegar, which is traditionally used to help the egg whites coagulate and maintain their structure. The contained environment created by the ramekin and hot water is enough to achieve perfectly formed eggs.
Once the eggs are nestled in their water baths, carefully transfer the ramekins to your air fryer. Latoya recommends cooking at 200 degrees Fahrenheit for six minutes to achieve that perfect runny yolk. Adjust the cooking time slightly based on your air fryer and desired yolk consistency; seven to eight minutes might yield a firmer yolk.
When the timer goes off, use a heat-resistant spatula and oven mitt to carefully remove the hot ramekins. Remember to handle the ramekins with caution due to their contents being extremely hot. Be extra gentle to avoid spilling any hot water; and be sure to let the egg rest in a cool ramekin to avoid it becoming overcooked. Once the eggs are removed gently drain away excess water.
The result? Perfectly poached eggs, ready to grace your avocado toast, crumpets, or any other breakfast masterpiece. This method is not only quicker and easier than traditional stovetop poaching, but it also provides incredibly consistent results. So, ditch the stovetop struggle and embrace the air fryer for flawlessly poached eggs every time! Enjoy!
