Air Fryer Poached Eggs
Serves: 1–2
Prep time: 2 minutes
Cook time: 6–8 minutes
Ingredients
Eggs: 1–2 large
Hot water: ¼–⅓ cup per egg
Salt: to taste
Black pepper: to taste
Optional toppings: chives, chili flakes, avocado, toast
Equipment
Air fryer
Heat-safe ramekins or small oven-safe bowls
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer
Preheat to 180°C / 360°F for 3 minutes. - Prepare ramekins
Lightly grease ramekins (optional, but helps release).
Crack 1 egg into each ramekin.
Carefully pour hot (not boiling) water around the egg until it just covers the white (yolk should remain visible). - Air fry
Place ramekins in the air fryer basket.
Cook at 180°C / 360°F:
6 minutes → runny yolk
7 minutes → medium yolk
8 minutes → firm yolk - Serve
Remove carefully (hot!).
Lift egg out with a slotted spoon.
Season with salt and pepper.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Eggs
Use fresh eggs for tighter whites
Don’t overcrowd the basket
If whites spread too much, add ½ tsp vinegar to the water
🍽 Serving Ideas
On buttered toast or English muffins
With avocado & smoked salmon
Over hash browns or sautéed greens