Ingredients
2 tsp white vinegar
4 eggs, at room temperature
Bread, toasted, buttered, to serve
Steps
- Pour cold water into a large saucepan until 8cm deep. Add vinegar.
Bring to the boil over medium heat.
Reduce heat to low (water should still be simmering around the edge). - Crack 1 egg into a shallow bowl.
Using a wooden spoon, stir water to create a whirlpool.
Tip egg into water.
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes for a soft yolk or 3 to 4 minutes for firm.
Using a slotted spoon, remove egg from water. - Skim foam from water. Poach remaining eggs.
Serve eggs on toast.