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Kopitiam Soft Boiled Eggs

Submitted by: Sherene Milizia, Director, Overseas and Intercultural Programs

This is one of my favorite breakfasts in Malaysia and Singapore, commonly found at almost any Malaysian/Singapore kopitiam (coffee shop). This simple soft-boiled egg recipe brings back nostalgic memories of growing up, and it remains a beloved dish to this day.

Servings: 1 Cultural Connection: Malaysia/Singapore

Ingredients

2 medium eggs at room temperature Water Soy sauce
Ground white pepper

 

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil.
  • Remove the pan from the heat, and gently lower the eggs in. Cover the pot and leave for seven minutes.
  • As soon as seven minutes are up, remove the eggs from the water and crack into a serving bowl.
  • Add a little soy sauce and white pepper to taste, give a good stir, and enjoy best with kaya (coconut jam) and butter toast.

 

License

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