What Does the Green Circle Around the Eggs Mean?

How to Cook Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs Without a Green Ring

Follow these simple steps to prevent the green circle:

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water.

Bring to a boil.

Once boiling, turn off the heat and cover the pot.

Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 9–12 minutes (time depends on the size of the eggs).

Immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold or ice water.

This stops cooking instantly and prevents the chemical reaction.

Result: Bright yellow yolks, tender whites, and no green ring.

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