Brilio.net - Quail eggs , with their tiny size and distinctive taste, are often a favorite ingredient in various dishes. From quail egg satay to additions to soup or stir-fries, the presence of these eggs can provide a unique taste and attractive appearance. Not only delicious, quail eggs are also rich in nutrients such as protein, vitamins, and minerals, making them a healthy choice for everyday menus.
However, before being processed into a delicious dish , there is an important step that should not be missed, namely boiling it. The process of boiling quail eggs may sound simple, but it requires special attention to get perfect results. The right technique will ensure that the eggshell is easy to peel and the egg texture remains chewy without being overcooked.
Unfortunately, many people often face obstacles when boiling quail eggs, such as the shell being difficult to peel or the egg breaking during cooking. To overcome this, many people then choose to soak the boiled egg in ice water to soften the shell. This is considered to make the egg shell easier to peel.
But instead of using ice water, you can peel eggs in a more practical way, you know. An Instagram user @ummubalqishaura once shared it directly through one of the videos uploaded. She admitted that there is one additional ingredient that can be used to make egg shells easier to soften.
As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @ummubalqishaura on Sunday (5/1), the kitchen ingredient in question is vinegar. So, this vinegar will be mixed into the boiling water when the eggs are cooked. Adding vinegar to the quail egg boiling water helps make the shells easier to peel because of the acidic nature of the vinegar.
photo: Instagram/@ummubalqishaura
To be more precise, prepare a frying pan and put the quail eggs in it. Then add enough water and vinegar. Then boil the white eggs as usual until they are completely cooked for a few minutes. In addition to making the shell easy to peel, the addition of vinegar can also prevent the egg shell from cracking easily when boiled.
photo: Instagram/@ummubalqishaura
Essentially, vinegar (which contains acetic acid) reacts with the calcium carbonate that is the main component of the egg shell. This reaction softens the outer layer of the shell, making it more brittle and easier to peel. In addition, vinegar also helps prevent the protein in the egg white from escaping if there are small cracks in the shell during the boiling process. The acid from the vinegar speeds up the coagulation process of the protein, so the egg white stays inside, keeping the egg intact.
photo: Instagram/@ummubalqishaura
Well, after boiling, turn off the stove and rinse with running water so that the temperature drops. Then peel the quail eggs as usual by hand. Because they have been boiled with vinegar, the egg shells will be easier to peel and the results will be smooth.
Having been watched more than 61 thousand times, this video about the trick of peeling quail eggs has immediately attracted attention. Who would have thought, many Instagram users were interested and also gave direct responses in the comments column. Most of these netizens expressed their gratitude for getting new, useful knowledge.
"Thank you for the tips, Ummi," said Instagram @aku_anisah88.
"Masyaallah, thanks for the tips, umm," replied Instagram @adee.vaazkayra.
"I want to try it, umm," said Instagram @ratna.jayanti.549.
"The tips are really useful, it's a relief from the hassle of peeling eggs," wrote the Instagram account @rumah_ateera.
"Wow, this is the most complicated part, peeling quail eggs, thanks for the tips, sis," commented the Instagram account @home.pinkpastel.