Jul 09 2026

Poached Eggs Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Two poached eggs, one basted with roasted red salsa and the other with green tomatillo salsa, potato-corn hash, arugula and pickled red onions

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Ingredients

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Poached Eggs

Garnishes

Method

Poaching the Eggs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Poach the Eggs

    Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide them into the simmering water. Poach the eggs for about 3-4 minutes for a soft yolk or longer if you prefer a firmer yolk.

  3. 3

    Remove the Eggs

    Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the eggs from the water and place them on a paper towel to drain excess water.

Preparing the Potato-Corn Hash

  1. 4

    Cook the Potato

    Peel and dice the medium potato into small cubes. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Sauté the Hash

    Add the diced potato to the pan and season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown.

  3. 6

    Add the Corn

    Stir in 1 cup of sweet corn kernels and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 7

    Plate the Hash

    On a plate, create a bed of the potato-corn hash.

  2. 8

    Add the Eggs

    Carefully place one poached egg on top of the hash, then baste it with 1 tablespoon of roasted red salsa. Place the second poached egg and baste it with 1 tablespoon of green tomatillo salsa.

  3. 9

    Garnish

    Top the dish with 1 cup of arugula and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of pickled red onions before serving.

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