The most common type of egg used is the chicken egg. Chicken eggs are laid by hens, which are female chickens. The eggs we consume are unfertilized, meaning they haven’t been fertilized by a rooster.

When it comes to cooking an egg, there are various methods depending on the desired result. Here are a few popular ways to cook eggs:

  1. Hard-Boiled Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot, cover them with cold water, and bring the water to a boil. Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and let the eggs cook for about 9-12 minutes. Then, remove the eggs from the heat, run them under cold water, and peel the shells off.
  2. Soft-Boiled Eggs: Similar to hard-boiled eggs, but reduce the cooking time to about 4-6 minutes for a soft-boiled yolk. Again, run the eggs under cold water to stop the cooking process and make them easier to handle, then carefully crack and peel them.
  3. Fried Eggs: Heat a small amount of oil or butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Crack the egg into the pan and cook until the whites are set but the yolk is still runny, or cook longer if you prefer a firmer yolk. You can also cover the pan with a lid briefly to cook the yolk more evenly.
  4. Scrambled Eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk them until the yolks and whites are well combined. Heat a pan over medium-low heat, add a little butter or oil, and pour in the beaten eggs. Stir continuously as they cook, breaking up any large curds, until they reach the desired consistency.

These are just a few basic cooking methods, but eggs can be prepared in numerous other ways such as poached, baked, or used as an ingredient in various recipes like omelets, quiches, or custards. The cooking method you choose depends on your personal taste and the dish you want to create.

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