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Microwave Hard Boiled Eggs with salt and pepper
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Microwave Hard Boiled Eggs

These microwave hard boiled eggs are a fast and convenient way to prepare eggs.
Cook Time10 minutes
2 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 eggs
Author: The Shortcut Kitchen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • water

Instructions

  • Fill a deep microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup with enough water to cover the eggs by 1 inch.
  • Microwave the bowl of water for 3 minutes until very hot.
  • Stir in the salt until it dissolves (this will prevent the eggs from exploding) and gently add the eggs.
  • Microwave for 4 minutes for jammy eggs or 5 minutes for a solid yolk. Let stand in the water for 3 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool.

Notes

Cook times may vary based on the power of your microwave. 
If you are cooking additional eggs add more salt to the water. 1/2 teaspoon for every additional egg.
Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 7 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 1225mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg