Freezing ready to poach eggs
I am generally a bit strapped for time, so in an attempt to maximise my time my plan is to crack eggs into clingfilm and tie them so they make poaching pods, freeze them, and drop them into water when needed.
Has anyone tried to freeze these poaching pods and then poach the eggs from frozen?
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This will work from a safety standpoint, unfortunately, freezing alters the property of the yolk. So, you will likely not get the runny yolk that you would expect in a poached egg, it will be more solid, like a hard boiled egg. Why not poach your eggs for the week and store them in the refrigerator, then reheat each morning? According to The Food Lab you can poach eggs and store them, with no loss of quality, for 5 days.
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Technically, hard-cooked eggs can be frozen, but they won't taste great. The whites become tough and rubbery, and they release excess water when they're thawed. The cooked yolks freeze exceptionally well, though, so we recommend eating the boiled whites fresh and freezing the yolks by themselves in an air-tight bag.Can I freeze poached eggs?
Yes, you can freeze poached eggs for up to 2 months. However, the egg white will be a little more rubbery than it usually is, so your poached eggs won't taste as great as they do when they're fresh.Can you freeze eggs and cook them frozen?
Defrosting and eating Frozen eggs in any form need to be fully thawed to be used and can only be eaten in thoroughly cooked dishes. Never cook eggs directly from frozen. To defrost, move the egg from the freezer to the refrigerator to be stored overnight, this will help to avoid any exposure to bacteria.How do you store pre cooked poached eggs?
Repeat the cooking step as many times as necessary until you have all the eggs you need. Once all of your eggs are chilled, you can transfer them to a sealable container and top them up with cold water. Cover and store in the fridge for up to five days.Is it safe to freeze uncooked eggs?
According to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), you can freeze eggs for up to one year. When you're ready to use frozen eggs, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or under running cold water. Use egg yolks or whole eggs as soon as they're thawed.POACHED EGGS | how to poach an egg (perfectly)
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