Cooking Temperature
Soft Boiled Egg: Blanching
Blanching briefly boils food then immediately plunges it into ice water to stop cooking. It preserves color, texture, and nutrients while partially cooking the food. Often used as a prep step before freezing or finishing with another method.
Tips for success
- Use well-salted water — it seasons and helps preserve color.
- Have ice water ready before blanching starts.
- Work in small batches to maintain water temperature.
- Dry food thoroughly after blanching before freezing or finishing.