KitchenCraft KCCVPOACH2 2 Egg Poacher Pan in Gift Box, Non Stick and Induction Safe, Stainless Steel, 16 cm, Silver

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Fill the rounded cups just below halfway with water. If you have more rounded cups than you intend to use, just ignore the ones you don’t need, it won’t impact the process. Cups/dishes – Poaching cups or dishes are available in a variety of styles but are typically half spheres that cradle the egg. They can float on top of the water or hook onto the side of the pan and cook in a firm semi-circle shape. Pods/cups: With the egg fully supported whilst sitting in the cup, the entire pod or cup is lowered into the simmering water before being carefully lifted out once the eggs are ready. Generally easy to use, the pods and cups can generally be used with more than one in a pan and are convenient to store, but less efficient for poaching more than two or three at a time. You need one of these - water in the bottom, egg in each section.” (Brand recommended by Mumsnet user PattyMelt) Our verdict

The OXO Good Grips Egg Poacher is an excellent all-rounder. It’s a good price, doesn’t take up too much space, and its smart design will prove popular with traditionalists who want to know if their egg has been poached rather than steamed. How we chose our recommendations Poaching eggs without the help of a poacher requires a more refined technique and you’re more likely to waste an egg when attempting it. Electric egg poachers: If you can’t get enough of your eggs and are planning to eat them regularly, an electric egg poacher can certainly take the hard work out of poaching, with the ability to also boil eggs, too. They do require fairly significant storage space, so they’re less suited to those who have eggs once in a blue moon or people struggling for cupboard space alongside their baking trays and cake tins. This is done so the top of the egg cooks evenly. The water boils and cooks the top of the egg. I experimented with not adding the water, and when I didn’t add the water the top, the top of the egg was still runny and undercooked while the rest of the egg was cooked. Adding water prevents the tops of the eggs from undercooking.Plus, for more efficient kitchen tools rated by Mumsnetters, we’ve also rounded up the best chopping boards and easiest-to-use can openers. Best egg poacher 2023: at a glance These clever silicone egg poachers mimic the traditional ‘water bath’ method of poaching eggs but without any of the faff. With an innovative hourglass design, they gently cradle the egg as you lower it into the pan, whilst the funnel guides it through into the simmering water without needing to swirl or risk breaking the yolk. When it comes to which kind of poacher to buy, it’s down to personal preference and how you like your eggs, but pans can be harder to regulate than silicone poachers, and have a reputation for creating a more rubbery texture.

We make eggs poached using OXO egg poachers.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Caspianberg) Our verdict Another fan of Poachies here. I never had any success with poaching eggs before but since I started using them, they always turn out well.” (Rated by Mumsnet user ScarlettSunset) Our verdictDisposable bags: Whilst they are recyclable and relatively cheap to buy, one single-use bag is required per egg, which makes them less cost-effective if you’re eating poached eggs on a more regular basis. If you’re looking for the ideal combination of convenience and low cost, Mumsnet users couldn’t speak more highly of Poachies as a budget-friendly egg-poaching tool for occasional use. These nifty poaching bags self-seal when submersed in bubbling hot water, allowing the the egg to cook perfectly without leakage. I have had these for years, great results but only recently realised that you don't need to loosen them with a knife, then lift them out with a spoon… You just turn them upside down and pop them out, they sit like little domes on your toast!” (Recommended by Mumsnet user ItsnotaHenryMoore) Our verdict This countertop cooker is a handy gadget for egg enthusiasts. Not only does it poach eggs, two at a time, but it can also boil them and help whip up a delicious omelette in minutes.