A hard-boiled egg is a cooked egg in which the egg white has been coagulated (“set”) and the yolk is firm, but not crumbly. It is made by placing an egg in a pot of cold water and bringing it to a boil. Once the water boils, the egg is cooked for 10-12 minutes, depending on the desired firmness of the yolk. Hard-boiled eggs can be eaten as a snack, used in salads, sandwiches, and other dishes, or pickled.
Hard-boiled eggs are a good source of protein and nutrients, including vitamins A, D, and E, and choline. They are also a relatively inexpensive and versatile food. Hard-boiled eggs have been a popular food for centuries, and they continue to be enjoyed by people around the world.