Nope not at all! I would say they could range anywhere from firm to very tender just depending on how long you want to boil them, and how you like them. I tend to prefer them to still be a little firm, sort of al dente if you will!

For the taste it is sort of a slightly salty taste mixed with sort of a fresh "green" taste. Then of course come the tastes of butter and vinegar I love to add, haha.