5 Easy Ways to Cook Eggs

1- Simple Scrambled Egg

Ingredients:

For 4 servings

• 4 eggs

• salt, to taste

• pepper, to taste

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Preparation:

1. In a bowl, whisk the eggs. Add salt and pepper to taste. Whisk to combine.

2. Add the butter to a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once the butter has melted and begins to bubble, turn the heat to low, and add the eggs.

3. Using a spatula, gently push the eggs back and forth across the pan until they are cooked to your liking.

4. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info:

Calories 122

Fat 9g

Carbs 0g

Fiber 0g

Sugar 0g

Protein 7g

2- Boiled Eggs

Ingredients:

For 6 servings

• 6 eggs

Preparation:

1. Bring a pot of water to a rapid boil.

2. Gently lower the eggs into the water and cover. Cook the eggs for exactly 6 minutes for soft-boiled eggs, 8 minutes for medium-boiled eggs, and 11 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.

3. Once time has elapsed, scoop out the eggs and immediately transfer to an ice bath to chill.

4. Peel the eggs.

5. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info:

Calories 90

Fat 5g

Carbs 0g

Fiber 0g

Sugar 0g

Protein 7g

3- Poached Eggs

Ingredients:

for 1 serving

• 1 egg

• salt, to taste

• pepper, to taste

Preparation:

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer to reach poaching temperature, between 160–180°F (71–82°C).

2. Stir the water in a clockwise direction to create a whirlpool. Once the water slows down slightly, crack the egg into the center of the whirlpool. Let the egg cook until the white fully sets and the yolk is no longer runny, 3-5 minutes.

3. Remove the egg with a slotted spoon, pat dry on paper towels, sprinkle salt and pepper (optional).

4. Serve with your favorite breakfast items.

5. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info:

Calories 90

Fat 5g

Carbs 0g

Fiber 0g

Sugar 0g

Protein 7g

4- Classic Omelette

Ingredients:

for 1 serving

• 3 eggs

• 1 tablespoon butter

• spinach, cooked, optional

• tomato, chopped, optional

• mushroom, sliced and sautéed, optional

• cheese, optional

• nira chive, chopped, optional

Preparation:

1. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs.

2. Melt the butter in a medium frying pan over medium heat.

3. Pour in the beaten eggs. Stir and shake the pan, moving the eggs around until a few curds form. Reduce the heat to low, then flatten the eggs until the still-runny egg covers the entire bottom of the pan. Add any fillings that you would like.

4. Let the omelette cook until the eggs are fully set, 1-2 minutes, then gently roll the omelette and transfer to a plate. The surface should be smooth with no color.

5. Sprinkle with chives, if desired.

6. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info

Calories 399

Fat 32g

Carbs 1g

Fiber 0g

Sugar 0g

Protein 23g

5- Steamed Eggs

Ingredients:

for 1 serving

• 1 ⅓ cups water(320 mL), divided

• 1 egg, beaten

• 1 pinch salt

• chive, chopped, for garnish

Preparation:

1. Bring a medium pot with about 1 cup (240 ml) of water, just enough to cover the bottom of the pan by an inch (2 cm), to a boil.

2. Add the beaten egg to a ramekin and sprinkle in a pinch of salt.

3. While slowly stirring with a fork, pour in the remaining water.

4. Cover with foil and place the ramekin into the boiling water. Cover and steam for 12 minutes. Uncover, carefully remove the ramekin, and take off the foil.

5. Top with chives if you like.

6. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info:

Calories 96

Fat 7g

Carbs 3g

Fiber 0g

Sugar 0g

Protein 11g