Culinary Institute Of America In Hyde Park Gives Poached Eggs Tips

HYDE PARK, N.Y. -- Next time you poach an egg add try adding lemon instead of vinegar to your poaching liquid, the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park suggests.

Howie Velie is associate dean, Culinary Specializations Culinary Institute of America.
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Donna Christopher

01/21/2016 7:30 a.m.

Why? Added when the liquid reaches poaching temperature the acid in lemon juice not only keeps the whites intact, but also adds flavor.

Other flavor tips for poached eggs include adding butter, olive oil, and fresh herbs and salt and pepper.

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