Huevos Cocidos (Boiled Eggs)

6 boiled eggs cut in half placed on a platter.

Huevos Cocidos (Boiled Eggs)

Huevos Cocidos (boiled eggs) are a must known skill for every home cook. With my foolproof method, you'll learn to cook them perfectly each and every time!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine All

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 14

Total Time 19

Servings eggs

Calories 78kcal

Author Ana Frias

Ingredients

6 large eggs (or as many as you want) at room temperature
Water. Enough to cover the eggs in the pot.

Instructions

Fill a pot with enough water to cover the eggs. Bring water to a soft rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water is boiling, use a spoon to gently lower the eggs into the pot one by one. Be cautious to avoid splashing hot water.
Reduce the heat slightly to maintain a gentle boil. Set a timer based on your desired egg doneness:
Soft-boiled: 5-6 minutes (a little runny)
Medium-boiled: 10-11 minutes
Hard-boiled: 13-15minutes
When the eggs are done, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a bowl of ice water or run cold tap water over them to stop the cooking process.
Once the eggs are cool, tap them gently on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel it off. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

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