Don’t Boil Eggs Directly in Water — Here’s How Five-Star Hotels Cook Their Eggs!

Boiling eggs seems simple, but high-end hotels have a trick to achieve perfectly cooked, creamy yolks and smooth whites every time. The secret? Gentle, indirect cooking instead of tossing eggs straight into boiling water.

Why Direct Boiling Can Fail

Cracks and uneven cooking

Rubber-like whites or chalky yolks

Difficult peeling

Hotel-Style Method
What You Need:

Fresh eggs

A pot or saucepan

Water

Ice bath (bowl with cold water and ice)

Steps: