Add Lemon Juice While boiling Eggs

  1. Prepare the Ingredients
    • Eggs
    • Water (enough to cover the eggs)
    • 1–2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  2. Instructions
    1. Place eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water.
    2. Add 1–2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the water.
    3. Bring the water to a gentle boil.
    4. Cook eggs to your desired level of doneness:
      • Soft-boiled: 5–7 minutes
      • Hard-boiled: 10–12 minutes
    5. Once done, transfer eggs to an ice water bath to cool before peeling.

Pro Tip

Combine lemon juice with a teaspoon of salt for even better results. The salt also aids in making the eggs easier to peel and enhances the flavor.

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