Steamed Hard Boiled Eggs
Steamed hard boiled eggs turn out perfectly every time and are so easy to peel. This tried and true method is so simple and these hard boiled eggs can be cooked to a soft yolk, a barely set yolk or hard boiled. Perfect for egg salad, deviled eggs, salads, or as a quick snack.
Servings 12
Calories 72kcal
Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
Instructions
- Add about 1 inch of water to to a large pot with a tight fitting lid (make sure your steamer basket fits in the pot with the lid on).
- Place the pot over high heat and once the water is boiling, add the steamer basket and eggs (in a single layer if possible). Put the lid on and steam for 12-14 minutes (for hard boiled eggs).
- While the eggs are steaming, add cold water and ice to a large bowl.
- Once the timer goes off, carefully transfer the eggs to the ice bath for 3-4 minutes then crack the shell and peel the eggs before enjoying.
Notes
How long to steam hard boiled eggs
The steaming time will depend on how you like your yolks cooked.
- For a firm egg white but runny yolks – cook 6-8 minutes (I like 7 minutes).
- For firm egg whites and a just set yolk – cook 9-11 minutes (I like 10 minutes)
- For a hard boiled eggs with a firm, set yolk – cook 12-14 minutes (I like 12 minutes)
- Make sure the water is boiling before placing the eggs in the basket.
- Be sure that the water will not come in contact with the eggs (you should only need about 1 inch of water).
- Don't overcrowd the basket - stacking eggs on top of each other will require a longer cooking time (add 1-3 minutes to the suggested time).
- Even if you plan on eating the eggs immediately so want them to be warm, add them to a bowl of ice water for 30 seconds. This will make them easier to handle when peeling
- Add 1 minute to the cooking time if you are in high altitude or using extra large eggs. Reduce cooking time 1 minute if you are using medium sized eggs.
- Take the eggs out of the ice bath within 3-4 minutes or the shells may start to stick.
- Need to make a large batch? Use a large pot and a stainless steel colander to steam the eggs in (this works as long as the eggs are sitting in the water).
Nutrition
Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Sugar: 0.2g
