Recipe

Poached eggs with rocket and ham

Apr 29, 2014 2:00pm
  • 5 mins preparation
  • 8 mins cooking
  • Serves 4
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Ingredients

Poached eggs with rocket and ham
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 bunch rocket, stems trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 thick slices wholegrain or turkish toast
  • 4 slices ham

Method

Poached eggs with rocket and ham
  • 1
    Bring a saucepan of water to boil on high. Add vinegar. Crack 1 egg into a small bowl. Use a large spoon to swirl water to make a whirlpool. Carefully pour egg into centre of whirlpool and poach for 1-2 minutes for a soft egg. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a plate. Cover loosely with foil to keep warm and repeat with remaining eggs.
  • 2
    Place rocket, lemon juice, oil, a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl and toss. Place 1 slice hot toast on each plate and top with rocket, 1 ham slice and 1 poached egg. Season to taste and serve.

Notes

Using vinegar will assist in keeping eggs together. Using freshest eggs possible will also help to prevent disintegration.

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