Can eggs with shells be cooked in 10 minutes

Shelled eggs can usually be cooked in 10 minutes, depending on factors such as heat and egg size. Boil eggs in boiling water for 10 minutes, and the egg whites and yolks can reach a fully cooked state. Boil regular sized eggs in continuously boiling water for 8-10 minutes, and the yolk will completely solidify, with the protein tightly packed. If using medium to low heat for heating, it may be necessary to extend for 1-2 minutes to ensure that the center temperature meets the standard. When putting refrigerated eggs directly into the pot, due to the low initial temperature, it is recommended to extend it for half a minute to one minute.

In special circumstances, incomplete maturation may occur. Larger eggs may take more than 12 minutes to fully cook, especially special eggs such as double yolk eggs or ostrich eggs. Due to the decrease in boiling point in high-altitude areas, the cooking time needs to be extended. If eggs are boiled directly from a frozen state, they need to be thawed first or an additional 3-5 minutes of cooking time should be added.

When boiling eggs, it is recommended to put cold water into the pot to avoid eggshell cracking. After the water boils, it should be adjusted to medium and low fire to keep slightly boiling. Immediately soak in cold water after cooking to facilitate peeling and prevent the formation of a grayish green sulfide layer on the surface of the egg yolk. Daily consumption can choose different cooking times to obtain soft boiled eggs or fully cooked eggs, but pregnant women, infants, and immunocompromised individuals should ensure that the eggs are fully cooked.