How to Use Microwave Egg Cooker?

So, you are an egg person, and just love eggs in every aspect of your meals or maybe you are that person who just can’t get enough of poached eggs, but think the making of poaching eggs is time consuming or just way too complicated. The often craving for eggs and the avoidance or laziness of having to go put it in a pan and watch it on the stove as it cooks is the many problems of egg lovers in the kitchen. Well, a great solution to such a problem would be, by making use of a microwave. But wait, Microwave to cook eggs or yet make poach eggs? Sounds somehow a tedious work or even impossible. But not when you do have the right kitchen gadget: Microwave egg cooker.

 So, for you to just relax and wait for your egg to be cooked the way you did like it make use of a microwave egg poacher, which is basically cracking eggs in a poacher, putting in a microwave for about a minute and laying it down on a plate for a delicious meal. The best part of it all is you do not need to clean up after use, most microwave egg poachers are dishwasher friendly.

As usual, instructions on how to use a microwave egg poacher would sound simple but can lead to something you do not like if not followed carefully.

Instructions:

• The first step is to rinse your egg poacher with a clean tap water, dry it with a kitchen towel and with a help of a fork, crack your eggs into the egg poacher- 1 egg in each compartment (depending on the kind of microwave egg poacher you have and are using).
• Now, as a precaution of not destroying the look of your egg or most importantly for an explosion to not occur while cooking the eggs, it would be a good idea to prick each egg once with a fork. Do not excessively beat the egg as if you were going to fry it. Just a prick and I stress ONCE would be enough to mix your egg and prevent it from being messy or cause an explosion in the microwave.
• Gently pour 1 tablespoon of water on top of each egg. This is actually done to allow the top of your egg to cook evenly. Many microwave egg cooker directions would leave something like this step out, but after a personal experience, I did always add this step as the water would boil and help cook the top of the egg better. Not adding water on top of the egg would make the top part still runny and undercooked while the rest of the egg looks perfectly cooked. However, make sure to not over add water too, you wouldn’t want a water cooked egg.
• You gently close your microwave egg poacher and place it in your microwave and set it for a time of 1 minute. Now the note here in this step is the time. Since there are many different types of microwaves, and hence a difference in time of cooking certain food products, so it would be best to do a bit of trial and error. But if your eggs are still undercooked after a minute, increase it to a minute more or so till you acquire the perfect look you did want.
• Once done, you take them out of the microwave and place them on your meal of the day. You might not get the look of your egg to be that of perfection, but I did assure you the taste would be that of perfection. However, if looks are what you did want, maybe trying to impress a loved one or your boss the solution here is to flip them. As in flip the other side of your eggs (bottom to top) and you did get the best look.

In addition to following the microwave egg cooker instructions, know that it is always good to sprinkle a few grains of salt at the bottom of your egg cooker before cracking your eggs into them.

 The salt is placed there to attract microwave energy and will help cook eggs evenly. You could also crack your eggs in a small bowl, whisk gently before pouring them into the egg cooker as a way of skipping piercing the eggs. When cooking eggs in a microwave, always remember to make use of a microwave-safe container, but never cook an egg in its shell in a microwave as this will cause an explosion.

Knowing how to use an egg cooker is not only beneficial but also a healthy way of cooking eggs as they are purposely designed to cook and make a perfect delicious egg and the best part is it being designed to be kept in your microwave, as in you do not need a stove and the long waits for your water to boil and the constant adjusting of the flame. However, know your microwave when dealing with microwave egg cookers. Microwaves vary widely in terms of power and capabilities, therefore, giving each microwave different times that food can be cooked in it. So, finding the power of your microwave and the perfect timing for your eggs to be cooked, will make the use of a microwave egg cooker the best gadget you did have in your kitchen.

With no much of an excuse, you have indeed found a way to make a delicious poached egg without having to worry about time, precision or perfection as it is placed all in one with a microwave egg cooker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Put Water in a Microwave Egg Cooker?

No, you do not put water in a microwave egg cooker. This might sound like common sense, but apparently, some people have been asking this question on various online forums. The answer is simple – you cook eggs using steam instead of water in a microwave egg cooker.

Do Microwave Egg Cookers Work?

Some people believe that microwaving egg cookers can damage your eggs, while others claim that they don’t seem to be any worse for them than other cooking methods. Ultimately, it’s important to do your own research and decide what method of cooking your eggs is best for you.

Is the Egg Pod Worth Buying?

The Egg Pod is a handheld, battery-operated device that allows you to shape and cook eggs like never before. It comes with an accompanying app, which has more than 15 thousand recipes for creating your perfect Eggs Benedict or Huevos Rancheros.

Some of the many features included in the app include timer functions for regulating cooking times; temperature control from 140°F to 450°F; a folding feature so you can easily store the pod when not in use; and a water droplet dispenser that brings out natural flavors in your egg while it cooks.

Overall, the Egg Pod seems like a great purchase if you’re looking for something new and innovative to add to your kitchen arsenal.

Does Egg Pod Make Soft Boiled Eggs?

Interesting question! In a word, no, Egg Pod does not make soft-boiled eggs. The small, hard shells that form on Egg Pods after they’re cooked can actually make them harder to peel than regular eggs. If you want soft-boiled eggs, you’ll need to either use another method or cook the eggs for a little bit longer.