Step 1

Bring a small pot of water to a boil. While water is heating up, set up an ice bath in a small bowl (just lots of ice and cold water).

Step 2

Once water is boiling, gently submerge egg in boiling water for exactly 1 minute (if you let it go longer, the white and yolk may be too firm). Immediately remove and place in ice bath for 1 minute.

Step 3

Crack open and use in recipe as directed.