What is a dippy egg?

Chef's answer
A dippy egg may refer to: A soft-boiled egg. An over-easy fried egg. A Sunnyside up egg fried egg..
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
A British term that refers to a piece of toast cut into thin strips reminiscent of the formation of soldiers on parade. ... The toast is sliced in this manner so that it can be dipped into the opening of a soft boiled egg that has had the top of its shell removed.
Over easy fried eggs are also commonly referred to as dippy eggs or dip eggs by Marylanders and by Pennsylvania Dutch persons living in southern Pennsylvania, mainly due to the practice of dipping toast into the yolk while eating.
Method
  • Fill a medium sized saucepan with water and bring to a rolling boil.
  • Make sure your eggs aren't fridge cold. ...
  • Set your timer for 4-5 mins for runny/dippy eggs to serve with soldiers, or 6-7 mins for soft-boiled eggs for a salad.
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    Gently slip egg into hot pan and immediately reduce heat to medium. Continue cooking for two minutes, or until egg white turns opaque and there is no clear egg white remaining. If necessary, cover pan for a minute to help cook the egg..
    A dippy egg may refer to: A soft-boiled egg. An over-easy fried egg. A Sunnyside up egg fried egg..
    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) actually advises everyone against eating undercooked eggs, or foods containing raw eggs (that means recipes like homemade caesar dressing, aioli, some ice creams or protein-packed power shakes) due to the risk of salmonella.
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