5 Ways to Cook Eggs Without a Stove (3 of 3)

4. Microwave

Most folks have a microwave, even college students and others on a budget. So this is the hack that might work best for most people who want to cook their eggs but don’t have a stove. It’s pretty simple: start with a microwaveable container and fill it with water. It is important not to place a lid on the container. Also, to avoid the water from overheating, put a wooden Popsicle stick or wooden spoon into it. Make sure it’s wooden and not plastic as the plastic will melt! Turn on the microwave and observe the container until the water starts to bubble up. Don’t allow the water to boil for more than one minute. Place the eggs in the container and let them sit there for around 15 minutes. Take a spoon and remove the eggs from the container and place them in a bowl of cold water. Peel off the shells and enjoy!

5. Boiled water and salt

All you need is a large bowl, water, and salt. Place the eggs in the bowl, add 1 tablespoon of salt, pour 1 liter of boiled water, making sure the water completely covers the egg, and wait for one minute. Drain the water, add 1 tablespoon of salt, pour a new portion of boiling water, and wait for another minute. Repeat this process 5 times.

These hard-boiled eggs have creamy, yellow yolks and soft, tender egg whites.