Eggs are one of the simplest yet most versatile foods in the world. They can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even as a quick snack. However, here’s the secret: the way luxury hotels prepare their eggs is not comparable to the typical method of placing them in boiling water that we use at home.

Have you ever wondered why hotel eggs taste creamier, look shinier, and have that perfectly tender texture? The difference lies in the technology. Chefs in five-star kitchens use methods designed to preserve flavor, enhance texture, and enhance presentation. The good news? You can do the same at home.

🚫 Why you shouldn’t just boil eggs in plain water

Traditional cooking is fast, but often results in:

Gummy white when overcooked

Greyish egg yolk formed by a sulfur-iron reaction

Cracked shells from which egg whites leak

Fine taste, as plain water does not improve the taste

Top chefs avoid this because eggs deserve better treatment. Instead, they rely on gentle, controlled methods that bring out the natural richness of the egg.

🍳 Secrets of hotel-style egg cuisine

1. Simmer, do not boil

Luxury chefs never use a rolling cook. Instead, they keep the water at a gentle 85–90 °C (185–194 °F). This prevents toughness and ensures creamy egg yolks.

At home: Put eggs in a saucepan, simmer water gently (small bubbles) and cook:

7-8 minutes for medium

9-10 minutes for hard

2. Add salt and vinegar