That’s it.
Before you drop your eggs into the pot, pierce the wide end (the rounder bottom) with a push pin, thumbtack, or safety pin.
Why this tiny move is genius:
The air pocket inside the egg expands when heated, creating pressure that fuses the inner membrane to the shell.
Poking a hole releases that pressure, so the membrane separates naturally during cooking.
That’s it.
Before you drop your eggs into the pot, pierce the wide end (the rounder bottom) with a push pin, thumbtack, or safety pin.
Why this tiny move is genius:
The air pocket inside the egg expands when heated, creating pressure that fuses the inner membrane to the shell.
Poking a hole releases that pressure, so the membrane separates naturally during cooking.
Result? A perfectly peeled egg — smooth, intact, no shreds.
It’s not magic.
It’s science.
How to Peel Hard-Boiled Eggs Like a Pro (Jacques Pépin’s Method)
What You Need
Fresh or older eggs (older eggs peel easier, but this hack works on both)
Push pin, thumbtack, or needle
Pot of boiling water
Ice bath (for easy cooling)
