How to Cook Eggs So They Peel Easy in Microwave

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You don't have to be skilled in the kitchen to make the perfect hard-boiled eggs. If you're looking for a shortcut to making boiled eggs, then you need to learn how to make hard boiled eggs in microwave.

Once you learn how to hard boil eggs in the microwave, you'll never go back to making them on the stovetop ever again!

Why should you microwave your eggs instead of boiling them?

If you live in a dorm or a small flat which doesn't have a stovetop and a microwave is your only way of preparing food.
You're in a hurry to make some eggs and need them done ASAP
No clean up required from dirtying a pot or a pan.

How to boil eggs in the microwave?

In a microwave safe bowl, add your eggs and enough hot water to submerge the eggs completely. Add in half a teaspoon of salt per egg. Take your eggs and using a safety pin or a thumbtack, pierce a hole in the bottom. Microwave for 4 minutes for hard boiled eggs, then let sit in the hot water for 2-4 minutes. Place into a bowl of cold water to make peeling easier, then peel and enjoy.

A good breakfast is enough to keep you energized and going throughout the day.

What is the best alternative to boiling eggs when you are running late for the office or have no time to spend hours preparing breakfast for the kids, Something quick and convenient?

Well, have you ever thought about boiling eggs in microwave? I bet not!

If you have been using the microwave to make popcorn only, then you have not explored its boundaries yet.

Yes, you can make quick hard boiled eggs microwave that will make your life easier and have a delicious protein rich snack ready in just a few minutes!

Can you hard boil an egg in the microwave without them exploding?

If you've ever witnessed an egg-splosion in the microwave you'll know how bad the repercussions can be.

Not only will the clean up be horrible, it can be loud and even dangerous.

The reason eggs in shell explode in microwave is because of the rapid and uneven cooking in a microwave. This will cause a steam build up and since there is nowhere for the steam to escape, the egg will explode.

But don't worry, I will show you a way of making perfect boiled eggs in microwave, without any of the hassle or mess.

How to make microwave hard boiled eggs?

Are you looking for ways to make hard-boiled eggs in the microwave? You need to learn this simple technique.

I have picked up the simplest of the recipe for you so that within minutes, you get a mess-free breakfast to enjoy!

Here is how to boil eggs in microwave:

Take a big bowl(make sure it's a microwave safe bowl!), one that can fit conveniently inside the microwave.
Fill the bowl with enough hot water that the eggs submerge in it completely.
Add half a teaspoon of salt in the water so the eggs are easy to peel.
Use a safety pin or a toothpick to prick the bottom of the eggs or else it'll explode, ruining the interiors of your microwave.
Cover the bowl and set the timer to 4 minutes.
If you like a runny yolk, you may take out the eggs at this time to peel and enjoy.
For hard-boiled eggs, let the eggs sit in hot water for 2-4 minutes after removing them from the microwave.
Submerge the eggs into a bowl of ice water to make peeling them a breeze. The ice water will help release the membrane from the shell.

P.S: For two eggs, run the microwave at 4 minutes, for 4 eggs the timer should be set at 5 minutes and for 6 eggs, it should be 6 minutes to make the perfect microwave hard-boiled eggs.

How to store eggs once they have been boiled and how long will they keep in the fridge?

Hard-boiled eggs are best eaten fresh. That is why I love using my microwave to make them as it's so quick and easy and I can make them in minutes.

For eating the boiled eggs right away simply put submerge them into a bowl of cold water for 3 minutes and then peel them and enjoy.

If however you'd like to store the eggs or make them ahead of time, this is what I recommend:

Do not remove the peel and simply pat the eggs dry with a paper towel.
Add them into a large zipper bag with an extra paper towel in it to suck up any of the remaining moisture and seal up.
Store in a fridge for up to a week.

Can you reheat boiled eggs in microwave?

When you need them, just take the zip lock bag out of the fridge, boil enough water to fill a bowl, then add your eggs into that bowl and let them sit in the hot water for 10 minutes to gradually warm them up.

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 4 minutes

Total Time 4 minutes

Ingredients

2 eggs
1/2 tsp salt per egg (so 1 tsp for 2 eggs)
enough hot water to cover the eggs

Instructions

Take your eggs and using a thumbtack or a safety pin, prick a small hole in the bottom.
Place the eggs into a microwave safe bowl and cover with enough water to fully submerge the eggs.
Add 1/2 tsp of salt per egg, so if we're making 2 eggs, add 1 tsp salt and dissolve it in the water.
Run the microwave for 4 minutes for 2 eggs. (For 4 eggs, run it for 5 mins. 6 eggs 6 minutes.)
Let the eggs rest in the hot water for 2-4 minutes, then submerge them into a bowl of ice water,
Peel and enjoy

Notes

Since microwaves come in hundreds of different power voltages your eggs may not come out the way mine did. These times are based on my microwave which is 1200 watts.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1 egg
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 77 Total Fat: 5.3g Saturated Fat: 1.6g Cholesterol: 212mgmg Carbohydrates: 0.6g Protein: 6.3g

Why you should add boiled eggs into your diet?

Eggs are one of the most nutritious foods. They are even often referred to as natures multivitamin.

A large egg contains just 77 calories and 6 grams of protein which is a great protein to calorie ratio. They can be especially beneficial for people who are vegetarian as they provide a large amount of protein per serve.

Eggs are cheap and widely available to buy making them a great addition to any healthy diet.

There have been several studies that proved that eating eggs for breakfast can lead to higher satiety levels and reduced short term food intake which can help maintain a calorie deficit and lead to fat loss.

Eggs are also a great snack to eat that can help burn fat while you sleep.

Best egg recipe ideas for hard boiled eggs:

Egg Salad

Breakfast Burrito

Caesar Salad

Potato Salad

Deviled Eggs

Egg and Mayo Sandwich

Now that you've learned how to make microwave hard boiled eggs, there's no excuse not to try out this simple method!

Let me know how your eggs turned out and if you have any other tips on how to hard boil eggs in the microwave perfectly every time.

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