Poaching is probably the very best way to cook eggs – it’s so easy and you don’t add a single drop of extra fat. However, don’t forget to use the freshest eggs you can afford as it’ll make all the difference.
617 CALORIES | 38G FAT | 10G SATURATES | 2G CARBS | 2G SUGAR | 7G SALT | 66G PROTEIN | 3G FIBRE
SERVES 2
a dash of white vinegar
6 eggs
200g spinach leaves
350g Scottish smoked salmon, thinly sliced
a twist of black pepper
1. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil and add a dash of white vinegar. Crack each egg individually into a ramekin or small cup and then slide it into the water. It’s important not to overcrowd the pan so I recommend you only cook three at a time. Cook the eggs for a minute at a rolling boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for a further 2 minutes.
2. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and place briefly in a pan of cold water to remove any trace of vinegar, then place on a sheet of kitchen paper.
3. Place a pile of spinach leaves on each individual plate and top with smoked salmon and three poached eggs. Finish with a twist of black pepper and serve immediately.
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Free-range chickens grubbing in a field are far healthier than ones kept in cages and studies have shown their eggs are nutritionally superior.
