Eggs stay ‘oozy’ for days after being cooked if stored in a certain way (Image: Getty)
Whether you prefer yours fried, poached, boiled or scrambled, there’s no denying that are an absolute kitchen staple.
Quick and easy to prepare, eggs are a satisfying breakfast option that can help keep you fuller for longer.
But while they don’t tend to take too long to , it can be a repetitive process, especially if you eat eggs regularly.
With that in mind, a nutritionist has shared her for batch-cooked oozy eggs that stay perfectly runny for several days after they’ve been cooked.
Posting to , Emily English, also known as @emthenutritionist, said: “I’ve had so many messages about how I batch cook my perfectly oozy six-minute eggs. This is my step by step tutorial.
Boiled eggs are a popular choice for breakfast and lunch (Image: Getty)
In the caption, she continued: “I used to make 50 of these a day during lockdown in my Deliveroo kitchen so I’ve got the method cracked.
“These eggs are foolproof and so good for prepping, from breakfast toast to salads, sandwiches and bowls. Here’s the ultimate guide to getting that perfect oozy yolk every time.”
To make your own batch of , start by filling a pan with enough water to completely cover your eggs and bring it to a rolling boil, ensuring that there is enough space for the eggs to move without cracking.
Lower the eggs in carefully, using a spoon to avoid cracking. Don’t turn down the heat.
Set your timer for six minutes. Emily suggests opting for medium or large room temperature eggs, but if you opt for cold eggs, slightly adjust the boiling time to six minutes and 30 seconds.
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While the eggs boil, fill a bowl with ice water and as soon as the timer goes off, drain the eggs and transfer them to the ice bath for exactly three minutes.
“This halts the cooking process and ensures the yolks stay perfectly oozy,” Emily explained.
Peel them immediately if you’re planning to eat them within three days, or keep them in their shells and for up to seven days in the fridge in an airtight container. Either way, make sure you fill your container with water.
Emily shared an optional extra step for those wanting warm eggs, adding: “For warm eggs later, place a fridge-cold egg in a bowl of warm water for five minutes. It won’t be piping hot, but the yolk will stay oozy and delicious.”