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Kopitiam Soft-Boiled Eggs

Kopitiam Soft-Boiled Eggs

Singaporean
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18 minutes
4 people
Easy≤30 min & ≤6 steps

18 min · 5 steps

Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps

160 kcalper person
Protein 12g
Carbs 6g
Fats 10g

About this dish

Silky soft-boiled eggs cracked into a bowl and seasoned with dark soy sauce and white pepper, the traditional companion to kaya toast at a Singapore coffee shop.

Allergy Info

Gluten, Eggs, Soya

Diet Info

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Dairy & Eggs

  • Eggsat room temperature4

Spices & Seasonings

  • White pepper0.5 tsp

Oils & Condiments

  • Dark soy sauce2 tbsp

Utensils

  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Mixing bowl

Method

1

Bring a saucepan of water to the boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.

Approx. 4 minutes
2

Lower the eggs gently into the water using a slotted spoon and cook for exactly five minutes for a soft, runny yolk.

Approx. 5 minutes
3

Lift the eggs out and run briefly under cold water so they are cool enough to handle.

Approx. 2 minutes
4

Crack each egg into a small serving bowl, discarding the shell.

Approx. 4 minutes
5

Drizzle with dark soy sauce, sprinkle with white pepper and serve immediately with hot kaya toast for dipping.

Approx. 3 minutes