Introduction:
Poached eggs are a breakfast classic loved for their soft, runny yolks and delicate texture. However, achieving the perfect poached egg can be tricky, often requiring precision and the right technique. Enter the air fryer—a kitchen gadget that simplifies many cooking tasks, including poaching eggs. Using an air fryer to poach eggs allows for a hands-off, consistent, and quick method, resulting in perfectly cooked eggs every time. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to make air fryer poached eggs and share tips for serving and storing them.
Ingredients:
Fresh eggs (as many as you’d like to poach)
Cooking spray or a small amount of oil (optional, for greasing)
A small oven-safe dish or ramekin (for each egg)
Instructions:
Prepare the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for about 5 minutes. This step ensures the air fryer is at the right temperature to cook the eggs evenly.
Prepare the Ramekin: Lightly grease a small oven-safe dish or ramekin with cooking spray or a tiny bit of oil to prevent the eggs from sticking. You can also line the ramekin with parchment paper for easy removal.
Crack the Eggs: Gently crack an egg into the prepared ramekin. If you’re making more than one poached egg, be sure to use separate ramekins to avoid the eggs touching each other.
Place the Ramekin in the Air Fryer: Carefully place the ramekin(s) into the air fryer basket. Make sure they sit upright and don’t tilt over during cooking.
Cook the Eggs: Air fry the eggs for 8-10 minutes, depending on your desired level of doneness. For a runny yolk, aim for 8 minutes; for a firmer yolk, cook closer to 10 minutes. If you’re cooking more than one egg, you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.
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