Have You Tried Cooking Eggs in a Microwave? Check out Simple but Healthy and Delicious Microwave-Friendly Egg Recipes Plus Important Tips to Keep in Mind (2021)

09/03/2021 Newest

Although it may come as a surprise to some of you but you can definitely use a microwave to make delicious and healthy egg recipes. If you are wondering how this is possibly then this BP Guide will share some of the simplest microwave-friendly egg recipes which you can try at home. This guide will also give some important tips to keep in mind when cooking eggs using a microwave so that no explosions occur!

Cooking Eggs in a Microwave

Cooking food in the microwave uses energy waves similar to radio waves only shorter. These waves aim at the water molecules in the food, causing them to vibrate and build up heat. Cooking food in a microwave entails even cooking at once. It is safe to cook eggs in a microwave like other food items, and sometimes microwaved eggs turn out much better than the ones cooked on a stove!

Cooking eggs in a microwave helps retains their nutrients, doesn’t require any supervision as such, consumes less energy in comparison to a conventional oven and saves you time.

However, there’s a flip side as well – there’s always a risk of overcooking the eggs in a microwave, unless you follow the recipe to the ‘T’. As compared to other foods with high water content, eggs can get tough if cooked on extreme high settings in the microwave. Further, if you love your eggs brown and crispy, you won’t get it in microwave cooked eggs and there’s always the danger of an egg shell exploding, if it isn’t punctured to release steam. Hence, it is best to remove the shell before microwaving the egg.

Microwave Egg Recipes

Super simple and mostly grab and go, these egg recipes cooked in a microwave are bound to win your heart and taste buds for sure!

Poached Eggs in a Microwave

For a low-fat, low-calorie and nutritious breakfast in a minute, poached eggs are the best option to go with. To make poached eggs in a microwave, follow these steps:

Crack an egg into a microwave safe bowl or mug and add ⅓ cup water and ½ tsp vinegar to it.
Cover the vessel with a plate and cook on 50% power for a minute.
Then continue cooking the egg in 15-second increments till you find the yolk set.
Your perfectly poached egg is ready to be enjoyed with tasty toppings on a toast.

Scrambled Eggs with Cheese

For scrambled eggs with cheese, first butter the inside of a mug.
Then whisk 1 egg, 1 tbsp milk and a pinch of salt & pepper together.
Cook on high power for 40 seconds and then stir to break the egg to scramble it.
Next, stir in a liberal pinch of grated cheese and heat for 10 seconds.
You can top your scrambled eggs with bacon crumbs, a spoonful of salsa or chopped chives as well.

Microwaved Sunny Side-Up

Now you can have your eggs sunny side-up in just 45 seconds! Here's how:

Spray a microwave safe plate with cooking spray or coat it lightly with butter.
Crack an egg onto the plate and gently prick the yolk with a knife tip.
Now, microwave the egg on high heat for about 45 seconds.
Your sunny side-up eggs are ready to be garnished with fresh herbs or a pinch of feta. Enjoy each bite!

Omelette in a Microwave

There’s no comparison to a buttery & deliciously cheese omelette just off the griddle. But a microwave will allow you to experience the gooey goodness in less time and minimal effort. For this, you’d need to make your egg mix a night before. All you need are your favourite ingredients, a canned jar and just a few minutes!

Coat the jar lightly with cooking spray.
Add 2 eggs and your choice of ingredients like grated cheese, chopped ham and veggies.
Season it with salt and pepper.
Now, cover the lid and let it chill overnight.
When you’re ready to cook, shake the jar contents till they blend well, remove the lid and cover the top with a paper towel.
Now, microwave for a couple of minutes or till you see the eggs are cooked.

Egg Sandwich

An egg sandwich can be your easy-to-grab breakfast on the move. Here’s a drip-free recipe to avoid the runny yolk spoiling your work clothes:

Coat the inside of a cup or flat bottom bowl with butter or oil.
Add 2 large eggs, salt and pepper to taste with 1 tbsp of water.
Mix the contents with a fork and microwave on high for 30 seconds.
Stir gently to cook the eggs evenly and continue microwaving for another 30 seconds or till the eggs puff up.
Now add 2 tbsp of grated cheese and cook until the egg mix is set and the cheese is melted (15-30 seconds).
You can now carefully transfer the cooked eggs on a toast and top with a sliced avocado or few drops of hot tomato sauce, cover it with another toast and get going!

Quiche in a Mug

Minus a pastry crust, this quiche in a mug is cooked well in a mug and won’t disappoint you.

Take 1 large egg, 1½ tbsp whole milk, 1 tsp melted unsalted butter, a pinch of salt and fresh ground black pepper, ⅛ cup torn bread pieces, 4 small grape tomatoes halved, 1 tbsp grated cheese, 1 tsp fresh herbs and a bit more for garnishing.
Proceed by adding the egg, milk, salt, pepper and butter to a microwave safe mug and whisk it all into a perfect mix.
Add tomatoes, bread, cheese and herbs and stir the mix gently without whisking it.
Now, place the mug inside the microwave and cook at high heat for a minute till you see the egg is cooked and the quiche is puffed slightly.
Garnish with fresh herbs.

Microwave Frittata

For a frittata simply mix 1 tbsp butter, 1 cup cubed ham (fully cooked), ½ cup chopped onion, ¼ cup chopped green pepper, salt and pepper to taste and 4 eggs lightly beaten.
Take a microwave safe 9” pie plate and place the butter on it, cover and microwave on high for about 20-30 seconds
Then add ham, green pepper and onion to it.
Cover and cook it for a minute on high.
Stir the eggs next with salt and pepper and continue covering and cooking on high for a couple of minutes.
Once the frittata is set completely, cut it into wedges.

Egg Muffin

Source www.biggerbolderbaking.com

Here’s a simple breakfast packed with protein to fuel your day ahead:

With 5 tbsp all-purpose flour, ¼ tsp baking powder, ⅛ tsp baking soda, ⅛ tsp salt, 2 tbsp milk, 2 tsp melted butter or vegetable oil, 2 tbsp eggs, 1 tbsp grated cheddar cheese, 1 tbsp chopped scallions and 1 small egg, you will have your egg muffin ready in a matter of minutes.
To cook, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a microwave safe mug.
Next add all the wet ingredients to it and mix well.
Make a well in the batter and crack the small egg in its centre.
Now, spoon the batter from all sides over the top of the egg.
Place the bowl in the microwave and cook for about 50 seconds - 70 seconds.
You will know your muffin’s cooked when its firm to touch on the top.

Tips to Cook Eggs in a Microwave

For microwave cooking always use containers that are microwave-safe and these include glass, ceramic or paper plates that don’t contain any plastic.
Putting aluminium foil or specific plastics is a complete no!
Boil your eggs on a stove to avoid the shell explosion inside the microwave and it is better to pierce the yolk and white a few times to prevent splattering as well.
Beat your eggs to cook them fast and always be mindful about the size of the eggs, as a jumbo egg will need more time to cook as compared to a large one.

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Eggs + Microwave = A Delicious and Healthy Breakfast

Making a quick and healthy breakfast on a lazy weekend will not be complicated and time-consuming as long as you have eggs and a microwave oven. We hope this BP Guide would have helped you decide which egg recipe you are going to prepare in your microwave on the coming weekend. Stay connected with us for more such engaging content.