How To Make Boiled Eggs Runny. After the desired time, drain, then rinse eggs in cold water. Don't grip too hard — there's runny yolk in there.
Place over high heat and bring to a low boil. Let the eggs cool slightly before peeling. Place sprinkle of baking soda and salt into warm water bowl.
Place a lid on the pot and bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
Reduce the water to a rapid simmer.
Dipping the eggs first helps prevent the shock of the change in temperature, which can sometimes make them crack open. The second method of peeling hard-boiled eggs doesn't go well with shaking them in a glass – but works well, according to the experts. See the cooking time notes above.