Hardcooked eggs by steaming (not boiling)

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Can anyone relate an exact, foolproof method of steaming eggs, to yield hardcooked eggs? I'd appreciate whatever clear, concise instructions are available on the process, including what not to do.

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Best Answer

This may not be the fool-proof magical solution you are looking for, but I normally steam duck eggs or large hens eggs in a bamboo steamer over a pan of boiling water on medium-high heat for 15 minutes. 12 minutes would be adequate for a medium hen's egg.

These are the timings for a hard boiled egg, UK sizes, and always produce a delicious, perfectly cooked egg with a bouncy white and smooth, fudgy yolk.



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Quick Answer about "Hardcooked eggs by steaming (not boiling)"

When you steam eggs, they cook more gently than when boiled. Steaming eggs, also means they'll be less likely to crack or bust. It's a quick method too because you don't have to wait for the water to boil; also less water is used.

Can you steam eggs instead of boiling?

If you steam instead of boil your eggs, you'll end up with a more tender egg because it's been cooked more gently. The eggs are also less likely to crack during the cooking process because they haven't been banged about in a pot of bubbling water.

What do I do if my eggs are not fully boiled?

  • Did your boiled eggs turn out runny? ...
  • To fix undercooked hardboiled eggs, simply keep them in their shell and simmer under a low heat for up to 10 more minutes.
  • It is safe to reboil peeled eggs even without the shell.
  • Reduce to a very low heat and cover with a lid to cook for another 10 minutes.


    • How long does it take to steam a hard egg?

    Set your timer and steam the eggs: Set your timer for 6 minutes for soft boiled, 10 minutes for hard boiled with a still translucent and bright yolk, or 12 to 15 minutes for cooked-through hard boiled.


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    Answer 2

    Kenji Lopez is who I'd consider to be the authority on in-shell egg cookery. There's a simple recipe:

    Add 1 inch of water to a large pot. Place steamer insert inside, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add eggs to steamer basket, cover, and continue cooking, 6 minutes for soft-boiled eggs or 12 minutes for hard-boiled.

    as well as an article with a lot more detail, in particular about how he arrived at that recipe.

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