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Let it rest, without boiling it further.
Cover the pan and let the eggs enjoy the gentle heat:
- 9 minutes for a slightly creamy yolk.
- 12 minutes for a firm yolk.
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Stop the cooking process immediately
Immediately plunge your eggs into a bowl filled with ice water. This simple step stops the cooking process and prevents the formation of the dreaded green ring.
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Peel without any hassle
After 5 minutes in cold water, gently tap the shell and then peel the eggs under running water. The result: a shell that comes off easily and perfectly smooth eggs!
The little extras that make all the difference
- Eggs that are not too fresh, between 5 and 7 days old, peel much better than eggs from the day.
- Add a little salt or white vinegar to the cooking water: this limits cracking in the case of a fragile shell.
- Storage: Keep your hard-boiled eggs in their shells for up to a week in the refrigerator. Once peeled, consume them within two to three days.
What to do with your hard-boiled eggs?
Hard-boiled eggs are true chameleons in the kitchen! Chopped in a potato salad, in mimosa style with a touch of mayonnaise, grated on avocado toast or sliced in a sandwich… they always bring that nourishing and delicious touch that changes everything.
So, the next time you make hard-boiled eggs, remember: it’s all about temperature and timing . A little gentle heat, an ice bath, and your yolks will remain a perfect golden color, without the slightest trace of green.
