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Easy Poached Eggs with Caramelized Onions

This quick recipe brings together perfectly poached eggs and deeply flavorful caramelized onions for a breakfast that feels gourmet but takes only minutes. Easy, elegant, and delicious every time.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 6 eggs
Calories 135 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure cooker with sealing ring
  • 1 Slotted spoon
  • 1 Skillet large

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 6 Eggs fresh
  • 0.5 Large onion chopped
  • 4 tablespoon Unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon White vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Water

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Melt your butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and cook slowly, stirring occasionally until golden brown, about 25–30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, fill your pressure cooker with enough water for poaching and add white vinegar.
  • Crack each egg into a small bowl to keep yolks intact and for easier pouring.
  • Set your pressure cooker to simmer with sealing ring in place.
  • Gently slide each egg into simmering water and cook for 3–4 minutes.
  • Remove eggs using a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain.
  • Plate eggs, season with salt and pepper, and top with caramelized onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

Make the caramelized onions ahead to save time. Always crack eggs into a bowl before slipping gently into the simmering water.