Brilio.net - Eggs can be transformed into a simple, delicious dish. One of the easiest egg preparations to make is boiled eggs. Boiled eggs can be eaten straight away or cooked again using balado spices, stews , green chilies, and so on.
However, many people still fail when boiling eggs, especially among beginners in the kitchen. Instead of being perfectly cooked, boiled eggs can be overcooked (too cooked). Improper egg boiling techniques can also waste stove gas, you know.
So that the results of boiling eggs are perfect, quite a few people use the trick of adding salt to the cooking water. However, this is different from netizens who are familiarly called Nining. Through an upload on Nining Setyowati's YouTube account, this mother admitted that she had a trick for boiling eggs so that they were perfectly cooked in just 5 minutes.
This trick for mothers to boil eggs saves gas and cooks perfectly.
The first thing that must be prepared is a pan filled with water. Then, put the eggs to be boiled into it. Turn on the stove, cover the pan, and boil for 5 minutes. To practice this boiled egg trick, make sure you use high heat, okay?
photo: YouTube/Nining Setyowati
After the eggs have been boiled for 5 minutes, turn off the heat on the stove. But, don't move or open the lid of the pot yet. Eggs must be left for a while in the pan while they are still hot to continue the cooking process.
"Now, after turning off the stove, we leave it for 5 minutes without removing the lid," said YouTube account owner Nining Setyowati, quoted by BrilioFood .
Finally, move the pan to the sink and briefly run the eggs under tap water. This technique will help stop the cooking process in the eggs. On the other hand, running the eggs under tap water also makes the shells easier to peel. Next, the boiled eggs are ready to be enjoyed.
photo: YouTube/Nining Setyowati
How about it, this trick for boiling eggs is really interesting, isn't it? Do you have other tricks or are interested in trying a tutorial for boiling eggs like in Nining Setyowati's YouTube upload?
How to store boiled eggs.
Boiled eggs that you don't want to consume straight away can be stored first. So, good storage methods can make boiled eggs last up to 5 or 7 days, you know. Here's how to save it.
1. Cool.
Let the eggs boil in cold water or soak them in ice water for a few minutes after cooking. This will help prevent overheating which can cause it to rot quickly.
2. Dry.
After soaking in cold water, dry the eggs gently using paper towels or a clean cloth. Make sure they are completely dry before storing.
3. Store in a closed container.
Place the boiled eggs in an airtight bowl or container. Make sure the container is clean and free from moisture. You can also use airtight plastic bags or airtight food storage containers.
4. Labels.
If you plan to store your eggs for several days, it is highly recommended to label the container or bag with the date when the eggs were boiled. This will help you remember how long the eggs have been stored and prevent them from expiring.
5. Store in the refrigerator.
Place the boiled eggs in the refrigerator. Low temperatures will help slow the growth of bacteria and keep the eggs fresh longer.
6. Consume within reasonable time limits.
Although hard-boiled eggs can be stored in the refrigerator, it is better to consume them within 1 week to ensure freshness.