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Egg Cup (Microwave)

Quick microwave egg. Fast gentle protein.

⏱️ 4 min
🥚 9g protein
💷 £0.25 per serving

A microwave egg cup is possibly the fastest protein available—1 egg cooked in a mug in 90 seconds. Soft scrambled texture perfect when you need quick protein with minimal dishes and zero energy.

⚡ Quick Facts

Prep Time: 2 min min
Cook Time: 2 min min
Total Time: 4 min
Servings: 1 small portion
Protein per Serving: 9g
Portion Size: 1 egg in cup

Portion Guidance: Start with half a portion and pause before continuing. It's okay to stop early.

🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?

Start by eating half the egg cup. Even this provides 4-5g protein. Eat slowly with small amounts. Surprisingly filling.

🥚 Ingredients

1 large British Lion egg (17p), splash of milk, small knob butter or spray of oil, pinch of salt (optional), small microwave-safe mug or cup

📝 Instructions

Spray or butter inside of microwave-safe mug. Crack egg into mug. Add splash of milk and tiny pinch of salt if using. Whisk briefly with fork. Microwave HIGH for 45 seconds. Remove and stir. Microwave another 30-45 seconds until just set. Let sit 20 seconds. Eat from the mug.

🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today

😔 Low Appetite

Cook 1 egg but eat just half. Even this provides 4-5g protein in under 3 minutes total time. Save other half if needed.

🤢 Feeling Nauseous

Microwave for shorter time leaving egg very soft. Serve barely warm. Very plain no salt. Eat one small forkful at a time.

😊 Normal Appetite

Make 2-egg version in larger mug (cook 60 seconds then 45 seconds). Add grated cheese for extra protein. Eat with toast. Proper meal.

💜 Microwave egg eaten straight from the mug it was cooked in is efficient protein. One dish total. Fast nutrition.

💜 One egg in 90 seconds provides 9g complete protein. This is one of the fastest protein sources possible when time and energy are low.

📦 Storage & Make-Ahead

Best eaten immediately. Can store covered in fridge for 24 hours but texture deteriorates. Takes 2 minutes to make fresh so just make when needed.

📊 Nutrition & Compliance

Protein per serving: 9g
Calories per serving: 105
Fiber: 0g
Carbs: 1g

One egg provides complete protein with all essential amino acids. Microwave cooking is fastest method. Minimal cleanup. Soft gentle texture. Quick nutrition.

Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

⚡ Quick Facts

Prep Time
2 min min
Cook Time
2 min min
Servings
1 small portion
Protein
9g
🍽️ Portion Guidance: Start with half a portion and pause before continuing. It's okay to stop early.

🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?

Start by eating half the egg cup. Even this provides 4-5g protein. Eat slowly with small amounts. Surprisingly filling.

🥚 Ingredients

1 large British Lion egg (17p), splash of milk, small knob butter or spray of oil, pinch of salt (optional), small microwave-safe mug or cup

📝 Instructions

Spray or butter inside of microwave-safe mug. Crack egg into mug. Add splash of milk and tiny pinch of salt if using. Whisk briefly with fork. Microwave HIGH for 45 seconds. Remove and stir. Microwave another 30-45 seconds until just set. Let sit 20 seconds. Eat from the mug.

🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today

😔 Low Appetite

Cook 1 egg but eat just half. Even this provides 4-5g protein in under 3 minutes total time. Save other half if needed.

🤢 Feeling Nauseous

Microwave for shorter time leaving egg very soft. Serve barely warm. Very plain no salt. Eat one small forkful at a time.

😊 Normal Appetite

Make 2-egg version in larger mug (cook 60 seconds then 45 seconds). Add grated cheese for extra protein. Eat with toast. Proper meal.

💚 You're Doing Great

💜
Microwave egg eaten straight from the mug it was cooked in is efficient protein. One dish total. Fast nutrition.
💜
One egg in 90 seconds provides 9g complete protein. This is one of the fastest protein sources possible when time and energy are low.

📦 Storage & Make-Ahead

Best eaten immediately. Can store covered in fridge for 24 hours but texture deteriorates. Takes 2 minutes to make fresh so just make when needed.

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

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