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Microwave egg steamers

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Goodwitch9 · 12/09/2026 17:26

My poached eggs are a bit hit and miss and I keep seeing adverts for microwave steamers. Does anyone have one and are they any good?

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NorthernDancer · 12/09/2026 17:28

I have one. Present from DH. We have both had to deal with eggy explosions. Much prefer my Poach Pods.

AccidentallyWesAnderson · 12/09/2026 18:20

My poached eggs are also hit and miss so got the microwave steamers. Found them too much of a faff. The poach pods were ok but I’m going to persevere and one day get perfect poached eggs! I’ve realised that unless they are super fresh then don’t bother.

oncemoreuntothebeachdearfriends · 12/09/2026 18:55

I line a cup/mug with a piece of clingfilm, crack in an egg, gather the edges & twist together so it is sperm-shaped.
Put in a small pan of boiling water, with the tail draped over the edge.
3-5 minutes, depending on size.

Goodwitch9 · 14/09/2026 11:24

Thanks everyone, think I'll persevere with my technique rather than buying another gadget!

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