How to boil eggs so they don't crack?

The appearance of cracks on the surface of the egg during the cooking process is a problem that many people face. Cooked food becomes watery. Also, finished eggs don't look so pretty. Therefore, it is important to learn how to cook them so that they do not crack.

The process of making cracked-free eggs looks very simple. When preparing them in a regular saucepan, you need to adhere to the following rules.

• Use fresh food. When buying, you should always look at the expiration date indicated on the package. You can also place the eggs in a container of water to check the freshness of the eggs. It is worth using for cooking those specimens that sink to the bottom. They are the ones that are fresh. Eggs that have lay for 7-10 days will float upright. But completely stale - to emerge.
• Avoid temperature fluctuations. Eggs often crack due to sudden temperature changes. Therefore, so that the shell does not crack, you should not put food that was in the refrigerator a couple of seconds ago in a container with boiling water. It is recommended to get eggs in advance. In a warm room, they will heat up and can be sent to a pot of water. In this case, the liquid must be cold.
• Do not boil eggs over high heat. If the water in the egg container is heated slowly, the shell will remain intact. Typically, the water is brought to a boil first. Thereafter, the heating power is reduced. The eggs continue to cook over medium heat.
• Maintain the correct cooking time... It all depends on the wishes of the person. To prepare soft-boiled eggs, the product is boiled for 3 minutes after boiling. You can cook them hard-boiled in 7-8 minutes.

It is recommended to place the finished eggs in a container with cold water. This is necessary so that they are well cleaned. Leave them there for 10-15 minutes. During this time, they just have time to cool down. We should also talk about boiling quail eggs. It's much easier to cook them. The fact is that their shells are more durable. Therefore, even during cooking in boiling water, they do not burst. This greatly simplifies the process of their preparation, because a person does not have to control the temperature of the water. It should be remembered that, due to their small size, quail eggs cook faster. After boiling water, they are cooked for only two minutes. During this time, both the yolk and the white set well.

In addition to the classic way of cooking eggs, there are others.

• In a multicooker or double boiler... These modern appliances help to greatly simplify the cooking process. Eggs are placed on a special wire rack. In a multicooker, a basket made of heat-resistant food-grade plastic can be used instead. After that, close the lid and select the desired mode. After the moment the water boils, the eggs are cooked for 10-12 minutes. During this time, they have time to fully cook. Steamed protein is denser. But in general, this does not affect his taste in any way.
• In the oven. This is the slowest cooking method. It is believed that the whites and yolks prepared in this way are distinguished by a more delicate and rich taste. First you need to take a cloth napkin and moisten it abundantly with water. Having wrung out the fabric, it is necessary to cover the grate in the oven with it. Next, you need to lay out carefully washed eggs on it. The oven needs to be preheated to 160 degrees. After that, it remains only to wait half an hour. During this time, the product is completely cooked. In this case, the shell will definitely remain unharmed. It should be noted that it can become covered with dark spots. Therefore, it is not worth cooking "dyes" in this way.

There are also certain secrets that allow you to cook guaranteed neat eggs with a whole shell.

Most often, a small amount of vinegar is added to the water.... In an acidic environment, the protein never flows out of the shell. Add only one teaspoon of vinegar to a pot of water. Do this before starting cooking. You can use either regular vinegar or apple cider vinegar.

Especially often this secret is used by lovers of dyeing shells with natural dyes. Vinegar helps to brighten the color of homemade "dyes". It can be used with beets, carrots, blueberries, or onion skins. The result will delight both adults and children.

When boiling eggs for painting or cooking, you can add a regular toothpick to the pan. It is placed in a container just before cooking. You can choose any toothpicks for this.

This method also helps to boil quality and flavorful eggs. The puncture is done with a special device or with an ordinary thick needle. You need to pierce the blunt end of the egg. After all, this is where the air chamber is located. It contains a supply of oxygen for the embryo of the chick. By puncturing this chamber, it is possible to reduce the air pressure on the shell from the inside.

The puncture is done carefully. Only the tip of the needle is immersed in the shell. Instead of a needle, you can also use a pushpin, because it has a short sharp part, so it is easy to puncture with it without damaging the shell. The shell piercing tools must be clean.

Finally, you should pay attention to the recommendations that can simplify the process of cooking beautiful "dyes".

• No need to pay attention to the color of the eggs. Both white and brown specimens are cooked for the same amount of time. The color also does not affect the thickness of the shell. This parameter depends on the diet of the birds.
• Purchased eggs are best kept in a box.... If they lie in bulk, there is a risk that microcracks will appear on the surface of the shell.
• When boiling, eggs should also not be stacked too tightly. When preparing food for salad or for the Easter table, it is better to choose a larger saucepan for them.
• Before starting cooking, add salt to the water.... In this case, even if the shell cracks, the protein will not flow out of it. A teaspoon of salt is added to a liter of water. The product will not affect the taste of finished eggs. But you should not add soda. It can very well impart an unpleasant aftertaste to the protein. Also, using baking soda does not make it easier to peel the eggs.
• The best way to time your cooking is to use a timer. In this case, the probability of missing the moment when it is time to remove the pot from the stove will be lower.
• Before cooking eggs that will be colored, they must be rinsed well.... This must be done carefully. If the shell is damaged, the chances of cracking during cooking will be much higher. It is best to use laundry soap or baking soda to remove dirt from the shell.