Poached Egg in a Bun
Quick breakfast with tender poached egg cooked in food wrap. The egg cooks on its own while you prepare the bun. Served hot right in a crispy bun.
- Total
- 15 min
- Standard serving
- 96 g
Ingredients
Total 3Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Put water in a small pot on the stove and bring to a boil.
- 2
Step 2
Line a wide bowl or deep plate with plastic wrap. Carefully pour the egg into the center of the wrap. Fold the edges of the wrap and secure with a clip, preferably wooden.
- 3
Step 3
Lower the egg in the film into boiling water and attach a clothespin to the side of the pot so the film doesn't touch the bottom. Cook for 4–5 minutes.
- 4
Step 4
Cut off the top of the bun. Using a spoon, remove the crumb, leaving walls about 1 centimeter thick.
- 5
Step 5
Remove the egg from the water by unwrapping the film. Carefully lift the egg off the film with a spoon and place it in the bun. Cover with the top and sprinkle with spices. Serve hot.
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