No more frustration over hard-boiled eggs that won’t peel! With a few important steps, you’ll have eggs that shell easily and taste delicious.
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There used to be a jingle, “The Incredible, Edible Egg,” and I can’t help but think of it every time I think about eggs. They truly are incredible as one of the most useful foods in a home. Fry them, scramble them, or hard-boil them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Hard-boiled is one of my favorites since it turns an egg into a grab-and-go snack or healthy food to pack in a lunch.
Still, we all know the feeling of boiling eggs and then peeling them in frustration. Is it just me, or does it drive you crazy when half of the egg is lost with the shell when it sticks to the egg? There has to be a better way. Good news—there is!
Using the methods in this hard-boiled egg recipe, your eggs will peel beautifully. However, to get the results you want, you need to go beyond boiling water, so forget everything you ever learned about boiling eggs.
There are other ways to get hard-boiled eggs as well, such as steamed hard-boiled eggs and Instant Pot hard-boiled eggs. Still, the classic method is with boiling water and it is still a favorite with a few new tweaks for better results.
Are Hard-Boiled Eggs Healthy?
Hard-boiled eggs are a healthy snack or meal. They are low in calories and packed with protein, which means hard-boiled eggs will fill you up and help you feel full longer without extra calories. They suit nearly every diet except vegans who may avoid eggs. They are the perfect lean protein for the keto diet, and they are gluten-free, dairy-free, and free of any preservatives and artificial colors or flavors, making eggs an excellent choice for a healthy diet.
The Secret to Hard-Boiled Eggs
There is a secret to peeling hard-boiled eggs. All of the steps in the recipe are necessary, but starting with the right eggs is essential. This is one time you don’t want the freshest ingredients. Older eggs peel better. The reason is that the membrane of the inner shell attaches to the egg whites when the eggs are fresh. As the egg ages, the membrane begins to detach. That’s why, when you peel an older egg, the shell comes off easily. When it sticks to a younger egg, it’s because the membrane is still attached. So, wait until your eggs have been in the refrigerator for at least a week before making hard-boiled eggs.
INGREDIENTS
- 6 large eggs
INSTRUCTIONS
Boil
Boil water and prepare eggs.
Cook
Gently cook eggs in boiling water.
Peel
Cool eggs in an ice bath, then peel.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
Hard-boiled eggs can be stored in the fridge for up to one week. When needed, take them out, peel them, and enjoy! Peeled eggs can be kept for up to four days in an airtight container in the fridge. They will keep longer if you stored them in cold water, though be sure to change the water daily.
The yolks turn green from a sulfur reaction when the eggs cook too long. It isn’t dangerous and you can still eat the hard-boiled eggs. They just don’t look as appealing. Next time, reduce the cooking time by 2 to 3 minutes.
It is best to let the eggs sit out and reach room temperature before boiling them. However, if you forget to, there is no need to panic. You may end up dealing with hard-boiled eggs that are difficult to peel, but the eggs will cook up just fine.
Serving Suggestions
Hard-boiled eggs are great as a snack, but they make a great lunch, too. Let’s look at some ways to use your hard-boiled eggs.
Eggs are a great topping for most salads. Slice a few and add them to a grilled vegetable salad or cucumber tomato salad. These light and refreshing salads become more of a meal when the protein-packed egg shows up. You can also enjoy hard-boiled eggs in your favorite potato salad recipes, such as Amish potato salad or old-fashioned potato salad.
Easy-to-Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
Instructions
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Start by bringing a medium-sized pot of water to a rolling boil. Make sure there is enough water to cover the eggs by at least an inch.
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While waiting for the water to boil, take the eggs out of the refrigerator to warm up to room temperature and prepare an ice water bath in a large bowl.
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Once the water is boiling, lower the heat to a simmer and gently place the eggs into the water using a skimmer or spoon, then increase the heat back to a boil.
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Cook the eggs for 12 to 14 minutes. Adjust the time depending on your desired level of doneness.
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Immediately transfer the eggs with a skimmer into the ice water bath to cool down quickly and halt the cooking process.
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For easy peeling, gently roll the eggs on a countertop or tap them to create cracks, then start peeling from the bottom end where there is usually an air pocket.
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