Soft-boiled egg

Soft-boiled egg: the white just set and the yolk runny, for dipping toast soldiers into. Simple, comforting and a perfect source of protein, as long as you get the timing right.

Preparation: 2 min  |  Cooking: 3 min  |  Servings: 1  |  Difficulty: Easy

Calculated per portion from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 70 kcal · 6 g protein · 0 g carbohydrate · 5 g fat

Ingredients

• 1 extra-fresh egg
• a few bread soldiers
• salt and pepper

Method

1. Bring a saucepan of water to the boil.
2. Gently lower in the egg, at room temperature.
3. Time exactly 3 minutes for a runny yolk.
4. Serve straight away in an egg cup with toast soldiers.

Nutritional benefits

Soft-boiled, the egg keeps all of its nutrients (the yolk is not overheated). A reference protein, rich in vitamin B12 and choline, it makes a complete, filling breakfast or snack.

Variations and substitutions

• Medium-boiled (5 to 6 min).
• Hard-boiled (9 to 10 min).
• Wholemeal bread soldiers.
• With vegetable sticks.

Storage and making ahead

Eat straight away.

💡 Good to know

Start with an egg at room temperature (not straight from the fridge): it will not crack when it meets the boiling water.

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The foods in this recipe: egg · bread · salt · pepper.

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