Egg cooker: for hard, medium and soft eggs

Boiling an egg may seem like a very simple task. But in fact, it takes a lot of experience to get that perfect hard-boiled or soft-boiled egg. There are times when the egg magically boils to its proper consistency, but there are other times when all the effort is wasted. Then there are some situations where the egg white just refuses to let go of the shell. All of this may sound like fun, but it really isn’t.

It becomes very frustrating when you can’t get the right kind of boiled egg and also when you’re hungry. Boiling eggs on a stove is the traditional method of operation. But with technological advances, there have also been changes in the method of boiling.

Now most of the people opt for Egg Cookers which are easily available in markets and online stores. It is one of the most user-friendly electrical appliances that can be used to boil an egg. The amount of water in the pot determines the quality of the egg in terms of whether it will be soft, medium, or hard. Most egg cookers have inserts or cups for poaching the steamed eggs.

These days there are many egg cookers available in the market and also on the net. Each of them comes with its own set of unique features and capabilities. Depending on the model and brand, this machine can also make poached eggs or even omelettes. They come in all sizes and price ranges depending on your choice, the usefulness of the item and the number of mouths to be fed.

These machines are pretty foolproof and work on a simple principle. They have a non-stick surface that makes it easy to clean after use. In some of the egg cookers, it is necessary to pierce the shell to prevent it from cracking and spilling the yolk on the surface of the machine.

There are several brands available for these types of electrical appliances. Each differs in model and cost, but serves much the same purpose. The two main types of ranges in widespread use are electric gas ranges and microwave gas ranges. Several brands promote these two varieties of kitchens. Both types save time and create much less hassle for the user.

There are leading brands promoting these machines. One of them is Nordicware, which produces these appliances that are affordable and perform well. Just put the eggs in the slot and put a cork on top and use it for cooking. If the eggs are to be cooled, the whole machine can easily be put under water.

The Oster 4716 Egg Cooker also saves time and effort by boiling 8 eggs in one go or poaching 4 eggs in the same amount of time. It has an auto-off feature that gives the user the relief of not standing on it while boiling or poaching eggs.

Apart from this, there is a very interesting Maverick team called Henrietta Hen Gas Cooker that is shaped like a chicken. Once the eggs are ready, the hen makes a chirping sound, signaling that the task is complete.

There are many more brands that produce egg cookers and they have made people’s lives much easier and definitely happier. With a good gas stove at home, boiling an egg can become an enjoyable activity instead of an onerous chore.