What is an egg coddler used for?

An egg coddler is used to gently steam eggs in a small lidded cup, producing a soft, tender egg that can be served plain or with herbs, cheese, cream or other additions.

How do you use an egg coddler?

Lightly butter the inside, add the egg and seasoning, screw on the lid, then stand the coddler in simmering water until the egg is cooked to your preference.

Which egg coddler should I choose?

A 150ml single egg coddler is best for one egg, while sets of two are useful for matching breakfasts or serving coddled eggs directly at the table.

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Egg coddler guide

What is an egg coddler and how do you use one?

An egg coddler is a small lidded pot used to gently steam eggs in hot water. It gives you a soft, tender egg without frying or boiling, and it is ideal for serving breakfast straight from the porcelain pot.

Coddled egg served in a porcelain egg coddler with toast soldiers

Gentle cookingSteam cooks the egg softly, so the texture stays delicate rather than rubbery.
Easy to flavourAdd butter, herbs, cheese, cream, ham or smoked salmon before cooking.
Table-readyPorcelain coddlers look neat on the breakfast table and keep portions tidy.

How to use an egg coddler

Using an egg coddler is simple: prepare the pot, add your egg and flavourings, then cook it gently in simmering water. The lid keeps steam around the egg while the porcelain cup protects it from direct heat.

Prepare the coddlerLightly butter the inside so the egg releases easily after cooking.
Add the eggCrack in one egg, then add salt, pepper and any small extras you like.
Steam gentlyScrew on the lid and stand the coddler in simmering water until cooked to taste.

Why choose a porcelain egg coddler?

Porcelain egg coddlers are practical kitchen tools, but they also bring a little ceremony to breakfast. They are especially useful when you want a softer result than a boiled egg and a cleaner method than frying.

For one eggChoose a 150ml coddler for a single egg with herbs, cheese or a splash of cream.
For two place settingsSets of two are useful for matching breakfasts or brunch at the table.
For giftingPatterned BIA coddlers make a small, useful gift for cooks and breakfast people.

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