Former Great British Bake Off judge Mary Berry has divulged her secrets to creating the ideal poached eggs, ensuring they boast a "perfect oval shape" without any culinary headaches.It might seem simple to just bring water to a boil, but achieving a nicely shaped poached egg can be tricky and requires precise control of heat and time.
Make a mistake, and you're left with an unappetising scramble rather than a mouth-watering breakfast.However, the celebrated chef has let slip her clever method which guarantees the egg whites set perfectly and maintain their supple form for a delightful dish.
Revealing her must-try suggestion for an exceptional eggs benedict, Mary reveals that introducing vinegar to the boiling water is key to getting the whites to coagulate flawlessly, reports the Express.
She said: "The secret to a poached egg is boiling water with a dash of vinegar in it." All you need is a pot of water brought to a boil, then reduce it to a simmer before adding a dash of vinegar.Firstly, crack your egg into a small bowl or cup this makes it easier to gently pour the egg into the pan.
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