Literally EVERYONE knows this simple hack for perfectly peeled hard-boiled eggs. How come you don’t know?? That was my friend’s reaction when I showed him my not-so-perfectly peeled eggs He is a chef, after all. He showed me the easiest hack, and now I’m laughing at myself for not knowing this before

How:
Add 1 inch of water to a pot; bring to a boil.
Place eggs in a steamer basket; cover and steam:
Soft-boiled: 6 minutes
Medium: 8 minutes
Hard-boiled: 12–13 minutes
Why it works: Steam penetrates the shell evenly, creating a micro-layer of air between the membrane and white—making peeling effortless.
💡 No steamer? Simmer gently in boiling water—but avoid rapid boiling, which toughens whites and causes cracks.
3. Ice Bath + Shake Method (The Final Trick)
Immediately after cooking, transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water. Let chill 15+ minutes (cold contracts the egg, loosening the membrane).