Make easy hassle free soft-boiled eggs without waiting for water to boil with new method

Air fryer fans love the kitchen gadget for crisping all sorts of food from chips, baked potatoes to chicken thighs.

But the device can be used in one ingenious way even devotées may not realise - soft boiled eggs.

Indeed, there's a way to cook boiled eggs without boiling water at all.

Facebook page Air Fryer Daily Recipes, shared a method that struck a cord, attracting over 1,100 comments.

Their method won't even take 10 minutes of your time, as they say: "If you put eggs in the air fryer basket with no water and air fry them for 8-9 mins, you'll get easy and hassle free soft-boiled eggs, without babysitting the stove and waiting for water to come to a boil."

Commenters chimed in with their favourite methods. One said: "2 eggs 170 @ 7mins in Ninja.. Perfect dippy eggs"

Another shared: "I make hardboiled eggs in the Ninja air fryer. 250 degrees for 15 - 17 minutes. they come out perfect and no boiling on the stove. Love it!"

One person was a fan of the trick: "I have been boiling eggs in my Air Fryer with no water ever since I got it."

The most popular comment, however, advocated for the old fashioned way: "Just put in a pot of water and when the water starts to boil give them 3 mins. Perfect every time"

Air fryer soft boiled eggs

Another method by Dieter24 suggests making soft boiled eggs on the hob and crisping them up in your air fryer for a twist.

Instructions:

Start by preheating your air fryer to 120C. This low temperature will help ensure that the eggs cook gently and evenly.

While the air fryer is preheating, bring a small pot of water to a boil on your hob.

Gently place your eggs into the boiling water using a spoon or tongs. You can cook as many eggs as your air fryer can comfortably accommodate.

Set a timer for five to six minutes. This will result in a soft-boiled egg with a runny yolk and a firm but not overcooked white.

Once the eggs are done boiling, immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water. This will stop the cooking process and make the eggs easier to peel.

Let the eggs sit in the ice water for a few minutes to cool completely.

After the eggs have cooled, gently tap them on a hard surface to crack the shell. Then, peel the eggs carefully.

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes.

Once the air fryer is preheated, lightly coat the peeled eggs with a little oil or cooking spray. This will help achieve a crispy exterior.

Place the eggs in the air fryer basket or on the air fryer tray.

Air fry the eggs at 350°F (175°C) for 4-5 minutes, or until the outer layer becomes golden brown and crispy.

Remove the eggs from the air fryer and let them cool for a minute or two.

Serve your air-fried soft-boiled eggs with salt, pepper, or any desired seasoning