AIR FRYER POACHED EGGS🍳😍

Equipment

• 2 Large Fresh Eggs: Cold, high-quality eggs yield the best structure.
• 4-6 tbsp Warm Water: Divided into 2–3 tablespoons per ramekin to gently steam the egg.
• Non-Stick Cooking Spray or Olive Oil: A tiny mist guarantees effortless removal.
• Flaky Sea Salt & Cracked Black Pepper: To taste.
• Optional Garnish: Fresh chives, red pepper flakes, or everything bagel seasoning.
• Air Fryer: Any standard model (Ninja, Instant Vortex, Cosori, etc.).
• Oven-Safe Ramekins or Silicone Baking Cups: 3-4 inch diameter ramekins work best to hold water and heat efficiently.
• Tongs or Oven Mitts: For safely removing hot ramekins from the air fryer basket.

Ingredients

Core Ingredients

• 2 Large Fresh Eggs: Cold, high-quality eggs yield the best structure.
• 4-6 tbsp Warm Water: Divided into 2–3 tablespoons per ramekin to gently steam the egg.
• Non-Stick Cooking Spray or Olive Oil: A tiny mist guarantees effortless removal.
• Flaky Sea Salt & Cracked Black Pepper: To taste.
• Optional Garnish: Fresh chives, red pepper flakes, or everything bagel seasoning.

Recommended Equipment

• Air Fryer: Any standard model (Ninja, Instant Vortex, Cosori, etc.).
• Oven-Safe Ramekins or Silicone Baking Cups: 3-4 inch diameter ramekins work best to hold water and heat efficiently.
• Tongs or Oven Mitts: For safely removing hot ramekins from the air fryer basket.

Instructions

1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer temperature to 360°F (180°C) and preheat for 3 minutes. Preheating ensures even ambient air circulation right from the start.
2. Prep the Ramekins: Lightly spray the inside of two heat-safe ramekins or silicone muffin cups with non-stick cooking spray or olive oil.
3. Add Warm Water: Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of warm water into each ramekin. The water creates a gentle steam bath under the dry heat, producing the soft texture characteristic of traditional poached eggs.
4. Crack the Eggs: Gently crack one cold, fresh egg into each water-filled ramekin. Be careful not to puncture the yolk.
5. Air Fry to Preferred Doneness: Place the filled ramekins directly into the preheated air fryer basket. Slide the basket closed and cook at 360°F (180°C) using the guide below: Ultra-Runny Yolks: 5 minutes
6. Standard Poached (Soft White, Liquid Yolk): 6 minutes
7. Medium-Soft Yolks (Jammy Center): 7 minutes
8. Hard-Poached Yolks: 8 minutes
9. Drain and Serve: Carefully remove the hot ramekins using tongs or an oven mitt. Using a spoon or slotted spoon, gently lift the poached egg out of the water, allowing excess water to drain onto a paper towel. Season with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 72 kcal — · Protein: 6.3 g 13% · Fat: 4.8 g 6% · Carbohydrates: 0.4 g 0% Dietary · Saturated Fat: 1.6 g 8% · Fiber: 0.0 g 0% · Sugar: 0.2 g 0% · Sodium: 71 mg 3%