Video: How To Make Perfectly Poached Eggs

Poached eggs are something of an enigma. They're simultaneously comforting and luscious, yet they remain intimidating to make at home. From the quality of the eggs to the temperature of the water, there are enough variables to make you want to give up hope.

Fear not. Borrowing a trick from Alice Waters, we're happy to present a way to make sure every poaching is a successful one. Whether you'll use the egg to upgrade a frisée salad or your favorite fried rice, this hack is worth its weight in oozy, delicious gold.

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