I usually put vinegar in a cup or something that fits the egg in, then let the egg sit for 30 minutes.
Adding vinegar to the poaching water works wonders because its acidity makes the egg whites solidify faster.
Showcased in a TikTok clip, the chef demonstrates beginning with an egg plunged into water, but then comes the secret ingredient.
If you're not cooking with vinegar, I guess the stirring method could work, but I always use vinegar.
Indulging in a perfectly oozing poached egg is one of life's simple pleasures.
