Struggling to peel boiled eggs without making a mess? Professional chefs reveal a simple method that makes peeling easier and cleaner every time

Boiled eggs are a healthy, tasty and budget-friendly option. However, the peeling part can be a bit of a faff, often resulting in a messy aftermath and a botched egg . But fear not, culinary experts have spilled the beans on their foolproof method to make the peeling process a breeze.

I quizzed chefs on the optimum boiling time for an egg and they were unanimous. For that perfect soft-boiled egg with a lush, liquid yolk, six minutes is your magic number, according to most chefs. If you're after a more "jammy" middle, aim for around eight minutes, while a hard-boiled egg will need a good 10-11 minutes.

The pros also revealed a simple extra

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