How to make the perfect boiled egg

John Lewis has revealed that eggcups across the country are in high-demand, as families finally find the time to sit down for a proper breakfast.

But with so many of us evidently enjoying a boiled egg in the morning, how do you make the perfect one? We’re joined by John Torode to take us through his method.

HOW TO MAKE A BOILED EGG

The perfect eggs for boiling are best a few days after laying rather than totally fresh. Natural gases accumulate between the fine membrane holding the white and the shell as the egg ages a little. A fresh egg will be harder to peel if cooled.

For the perfect soft boiled salad egg: Bring a pot of water to the boil, gently lower 4-6 eggs into the pot, return to the boil and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for exactly 5 minutes. Lift the eggs from the water in to a tub of cold water to stop the cooking. Take from the cold water and pop in an egg cup.