Question: are poached eggs always runny?
Answer: Overcooked poached eggs have rubbery whites and firm yolks, and just don't taste good. An ideal poached egg has a firm white and a gooey-but-still-runny yolk. ... Cook 2 minutes for runny eggs, 3 minutes for a set white with a runny yolk, and 4 minutes for a more well-done egg with a yolk that's still soft.