How Long to Cook Soft Boiled Eggs on Stove

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How long to cook soft boiled eggs on stove in shell, cracked without the shell, in air fryer or in an Instant Pot is here. Perfect boiled egg

Prep Time5

Cook Time6

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: boiled, soft boiled eggs

Servings:

Author: Justine

On stove without a shell - Bring a pot of water to a low boilSprinkle salt into the waterBegin stirring the boiling water circularly with a spoon so when you stop it is still swirling around on it's ownCrack an egg into the swirling boiling waterAllow it to sit inside and cook for about 2 1/2 to 3 minutesUse a slotted spoon to remove the egg(s) and enjoy your cracked soft boiled egg.
On stove in shell - Bring pot of water to a medium boil on the stovetop. Set egg on large spoon and lower in. Allow to boil for 6 minutes. During this time fill a bowl with cold water and some ice cubes. Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and immediately submerge into ice bath for 10 minutes. Run under cold water, gently tap to break and very gently peel the shell off.
Soft boiled egg in microwave - Add egg and enough water to cover them in a microwave safe mug. Add 1 tsp salt. Microwave for 3 minutes. Let sit for 1 minute. Then cook for another 3 minutes. Remove and set into an ice bath for 5 minutes before peeling.
Soft boiled egg in air fryer - Preheat air fryer to 300 F for 5 minutes. Crack 1 egg into each silicone cup and place into the preheated air fryer. Heat for 8-9 minutes at 300 degrees. Remove, season and enjoy.