How to cook eggs in the microwave

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Early mornings can be pretty busy. So you just woke with a very grumpy tummy and need to prepare something speedy. A pan-fried egg can do, but there’s simply no time to get one ready, so you start considering using the microwave, but you have no clue how to go about it. Don’t worry, I will give detailed instructions on cooking eggs in the microwave. 

Before digging into it, understand that the process of cooking eggs in microwave isn’t hard. It’s pretty simple, and you can cook them however you crave them. You can cook them scrambled, poached, fried, boiled, or with the sunny-side-up. 

Let us start.

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Can you cook eggs in the microwave?

Yes, you can cook eggs in the microwave.

Most American households own a microwave, and you might want to consider purchasing one if you don’t have one in your space. A microwave is also a biased appliance since people associate it with harmful radiation.

The truth is, microwave cooking is quite healthy. This appliance’s radiation cannot chemically alter our DNA or cells through the foods we consume. It’s a very convenient appliance on those lazy days when your cooking moods are at zero or when you are in a rush.  

How to cook eggs in the microwave step by step

Before you toss those eggs in the microwave, understand that the egg shells might explode due to the rapid build-up of steam. To prevent that, pick the egg with a knife to allow steam to escape. You can also cover the eggs as they cook to allow even cooking. There are different ways you can microwave your eggs, like:

• Hard-boiled microwave eggs
• Fried microwave eggs
• Microwave poached eggs
• Scrambled eggs
• Sunny-side-up eggs

Hard-boiled eggs

You might be one of those who like their eggs medium-boiled, with a slightly runny yolk. But, nothing beats a salad made with a hard-boiled egg due to that firm yolk. Add salt or poke a hole to prevent egg shells from exploding as you cook. 

Steps:

1. Select a microwave-safe bowl and fill it with hot water to cover the eggs about ½ inch.
2. Microwave the water for 3 minutes until it gets hot.
3. Take your eggs and make a small prick with a thumb tuck or safety pin, so the egg doesn’t explode. You can also pour in 1/2 teaspoon of salt for each egg.
4. Place the eggs in the water and cover the dish.
5. Microwave the eggs at 50% power for 4 minutes, then remove them if you want them with a runny yolk. For a harder yolk, microwave until eggs further for 2 minutes.

Poached eggs

Poached eggs in the microwave get a perfect texture. They are low in calories and fats and packed with necessary nutrients.

Steps:

Pour 1/3 cup of cold water into a bowl, crack the eggs and prick them gently with a knife. Here, you can also break the egg first, then add water.

Cover the bowl with a plastic wrap.

Place the bowl in the microwave and cook for up to 2 minutes at 50% power.

Let the bowl stand until the egg whites settle, and the egg yolk sets for2 minutes. Do not let the yolk begin to harden.

Lift the egg from the bowl with a custard spoon, pour off the water, and enjoy it with toast. 

Fried eggs

Preparing a fried egg in the microwave takes just a few minutes, and you have your breakfast in no time. You can choose to fry an egg at a time or to fry two at a go. That, however, brings a difference in the texture. 

Steps:

Break your eggs in a lightly greased microwave-safe container.

Prick the eggs and cover the bowl with a lid.

Cook the eggs at 50% power for 2-3 minutes.

After that, leave the eggs to stand till the whites set, and the yolk thickens. 

Sunny-side-up

The sunny-side-up egg is one of the most common ways to depict eggs and eat them. The egg fries on one side, and the yolk protrudes from the egg whites. They might look uncooked, but they are very healthy to consume as they reach the required 165⁰F when cooked. They go well with some crispy bacon and fluffy pancakes.

Steps:

1. Coat a microwave-safe plate with the oil of choice or spray it with cooking spray.
2. Beat one egg in a bowl and repeat the same in another bowl. Prick the egg yolk and add a pinch of salt.
3. Place a damp paper towel onto it.
4. Place the microwavable bowl in the microwave and cook for 30 seconds until the egg white sets. Cook for additional 15 seconds and check the egg.
5. Repeat the process if it is necessary.

Tips

I know you want cooking eggs in the microwave to be successful. These are some important matters to have in mind whenever you toss those eggs in the microwave:

• Place a damp paper towel over the egg ramekin.
• Depending on the microwave you are using, you can place two ramekins in it.
• Coat with butter your scrambled and sunny-side-up eggs. 

Can you make scrambled eggs in the microwave?

Yes, making scrambled eggs in the microwave is relatively easy. In less than 5 minutes, you enjoy the best delicious microwave egg that’s hot and fluffy with toast or cooked bacon.

 The good thing about making scrambled eggs in the microwave is that you don’t have to dirty so many dishes at a go. One dish is enough, a dish that you will cook and serve.

 As scrambled eggs cook, they might appear as if they want to explode because they puff up, which is quite normal and should not cause worry.

How to cook scrambled eggs in the microwave

Now let’s understand the recipe for microwave scrambled eggs. They are perfect for any time of the day, be it breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and they use simple ingredients.

You will need:

• Eggs
• Milk
• Seasonings- salt and black pepper

Steps:

1. Add milk into a mug.
2. Beat eggs into the mug and season with salt.
3. Scramble the mixture with a fork and ensure that you break the yolk.
4. Place the mug in the microwave and cook on high for 20 seconds.
5. Stir the mixture and continue cooking in high heat increments of 15-20 second intervals until the eggs cook well through.

Can you microwave scrambled eggs?

You can microwave scrambled eggs and also reheat scrambled eggs in the microwave. According to the USDA food safety guidelines, you can reheat eggs in the microwave as long as you follow the necessary guidelines on food safety. Ensure you cook the eggs at 160⁰F. 

Is it safe to microwave scrambled eggs?      

It is safe to microwave scrambled eggs. You might even notice that microwaved eggs are tastier than those cooked with other traditional methods. However, microwaving shelled eggs is not a good idea as steam builds up in them, and they explode due to the pressure.

Ensure the eggs you microwave are out of their shells, or you have made tiny pricks on them. These pricks will allow the egg to ‘exhale’ the steam.

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• How to cook ground beef in the microwave

Conclusion

You now understand how to cook eggs in the microwave, whether you want them scrambled, boiled, or fried. Remember, eggs tend to cook in the shortest time, so you should be keen on cooking times.

Also, microwaves are different, and they all cook differently. So you can test out the different ways to understand which works best with your microwave.