Soft-Boiled Eggs with Seasoned Salt

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• Freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground roasted cumin seeds (page 284)

Instructions

1. Put enough water in a pan to cover the eggs and bring to a boil.
2. Turn the heat down so the water is simmering gently.
3. Lower the eggs into the water with the help of a spoon, one at a time.
4. Set your timer for 4 minutes if you want the whites soft, 55 1/2 minutes if you want the whites almost set, and 6 minutes if you want them completely set.
5. Meanwhile, mix the salt, pepper, and cumin together in a small bowl or saltcellar.
6. As soon as the eggs are done, remove them, put them in egg cups, and serve immediately.