Have you ever boiled eggs only to find that the shells stick and tear the whites apart when you try to peel them?
If you’ve experienced this before, it’s likely because you haven’t tried one of the simple methods below. These tips will help you peel boiled eggs quickly and effortlessly.
1. Add salt when boiling eggs
This is a very simple and well-known traditional trick. Just add about one teaspoon of salt to the water while boiling the eggs. The shells will come off much more easily, without sticking. The eggs will peel cleanly and look smooth and beautiful.
2. Add lemon when boiling eggs
If you have lemons at home, they can be a magical ingredient for boiling eggs. Simply add a few slices of lemon to the pot while boiling. Once the eggs are cooked, try peeling them—you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how easily the shells come off.
3. Add vinegar when boiling eggs
After boiling the eggs, don’t pour the water out right away. Add one teaspoon of vinegar to the pot and stir gently for a few minutes. This will make peeling the eggs much easier. You can also add vinegar during the boiling process, just remember to stir well.
4. A quick and easy way to peel boiled eggs
Ingredients:
• Eggs
• 4 slices of lemon
• 1 teaspoon of salt
Instructions:
Step 1: Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Once the water starts bubbling, carefully add the eggs. Then add 1 teaspoon of salt and 4 slices of lemon, stirring gently.
After the water boils for 5 minutes, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the eggs sit for another 10 minutes.
Step 2
After letting the eggs rest, transfer them to a bowl of ice water. Then peel the eggs as usual.
Final Result
With the tips above, boiled chicken eggs will be much easier to peel. By using this method, you’ll no longer struggle or feel frustrated when peeling many eggs at the same time.
5. A quick way to peel duck eggs
Ingredients:
• Duck eggs
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• Lemon
Instructions:
Step 1: Place a pot of water on the stove and bring it to a gentle boil. Once the water starts bubbling, add the duck eggs. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and squeeze in a little lemon juice. Cover the pot and boil the eggs for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Remove the eggs and add cold water until it covers about half of the eggs. Cover the pot and gently shake it so the shells crack. Finally, peel the eggs.
Final Result
With just a few simple steps, peeling duck eggs becomes much easier. The eggs stay intact, look beautiful, and are perfect for cooking dishes like braised pork with duck eggs for guests. Give it a try!
During memorial days or holiday celebrations, dishes that require boiled eggs—such as braised pork with duck eggs—often need a large quantity of eggs. As a result, many home cooks spend a lot of time boiling and peeling eggs, only to end up with cracked or broken ones.
With these five easy methods for boiling eggs that are easy to peel, home cooks can save time and enjoy a smoother, stress-free cooking experience.