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To poach an egg, first crack an egg into a small bowl. Make sure the eggs you’re using are as fresh as possible. Then, fill a pot with enough water to cover the egg completely and add a splash of vinegar, which will help the egg keep its shape while it’s cooking. Bring the water to a simmer and carefully pour the egg into the water. Let it cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the egg white is completely set. Finally, use a slotted spoon to transfer the egg to a plate, and enjoy! If you’re poaching more than one egg at a time, pour each egg into the same pot of simmering water. Cook them for 2 minutes, then turn off the heat and let them cook for a few more minutes until the egg whites are set. Once the egg whites are set, transfer the eggs to a plate with a slotted spoon and enjoy! For tips from the wikiHow test kitchen on how to deal with accidents, like if the yolk breaks, keep reading!