Peeling hard-boiled eggs can be a frustrating kitchen challenge, but with the right techniques, you can achieve smooth, perfectly peeled eggs every time. Here’s everything you need to know—from cooking to peeling—to make your egg prep hassle-free!
1. Cooking: Steam or Boil with Care
Steaming: Steaming eggs often results in more consistent cooking and easier peeling. Use a steamer basket over simmering water and steam the eggs for about 12-15 minutes depending on size.
Boiling: If you prefer boiling, add eggs to boiling water and cook them for about 6 minutes for soft-boiled, or bring to a boil then cover and let sit off the heat for 6-8 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.
2. Cooling: The Ice Bath Trick
Right after cooking, immediately transfer your eggs to a bowl filled with ice water. This “cold shock” stops the cooking process and causes the egg whites to contract slightly inside the shell. This separation makes peeling much easier.
3. Use Older Eggs
