The time it takes to boil an egg on a gas stove can vary depending on several factors, including the size of the egg, its starting temperature, the altitude of your location, and the power output of your gas stove burner. However, I can provide you with a general guideline for boiling eggs:
Soft-Boiled Eggs (runny yolk):
- Small to Medium Eggs: About 4 to 5 minutes.
- Large Eggs: About 5 to 6 minutes.
Medium-Boiled Eggs (partially set yolk):
- Small to Medium Eggs: About 6 to 7 minutes.
- Large Eggs: About 7 to 8 minutes.
Hard-Boiled Eggs (fully set yolk):
- Small to Medium Eggs: About 9 to 10 minutes.
- Large Eggs: About 10 to 12 minutes.
Keep in mind that these times are approximate and can vary based on the factors mentioned earlier. To find the perfect cooking time for your desired egg consistency, you may need to do some trial and error.
Here's a general step-by-step guide for boiling eggs on a gas stove:
Place the eggs in a single layer in a saucepan or a pot. You can cook multiple eggs at once, but make sure they are not overcrowded.
Add enough cold water to the pot to cover the eggs by about an inch.
Put the pot on the gas stove over high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium or medium-low to maintain a gentle boil.
Start the timer based on the desired egg consistency (soft, medium, or hard-boiled).
When the timer goes off, immediately remove the eggs from the hot water and transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process.
Let the eggs cool in the ice water for a few minutes before peeling.
Remember, if you're at a higher altitude, you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly because water boils at lower temperatures at higher elevations. Additionally, eggs straight from the refrigerator will take a little longer to cook than eggs at room temperature. Adjust the cooking time accordingly based on your preferences and the specific conditions in your kitchen.