foto: Instagram/@rumah_stia
Brilio.net - Eggs are one of the ingredients that are often used in various recipes, from breakfast dishes to desserts. Rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, eggs are a very versatile ingredient and provide a delicious texture to dishes. Many people rely on eggs to add flavor and nutritional richness to everyday foods, whether fried, boiled, baked, or used as a binding agent in dough.
However, even though eggs have many benefits, it is important to choose quality and fresh eggs to maximize cooking results. Eggs that are less fresh can affect the taste and quality of the dish, even increasing the risk of bacterial or fungal contamination. In addition, the texture of eggs that are no longer fresh can change, making them less ideal for use in dishes that require softness or thickness, such as omelets or custards.
To ensure that eggs remain fresh and safe to consume, it is important to pay attention to how to store them and check their freshness before use. In addition, another thing that is no less important is the process of choosing the eggs to be purchased. In order for the cooking results to be of better quality, don't just choose eggs, okay?
Basically, there are several tricks that can be done when choosing quality eggs. An Instagram user @rumah_stia once revealed it further through one of the videos uploaded. He claimed to be able to choose good eggs so that they are free from fungal contamination.
photo: Instagram/@rumah_stia
As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @rumah_stia on Thursday (6/2), fresh and quality eggs have a number of characteristics, starting from the appearance of the shell, its shape, to the color of the yolk inside. If you look more closely, you can easily distinguish these characteristics, you know.
First of all, make sure the eggs you choose have a bright and solid color. Eggs that are bright in color indicate that the eggs are new and fresh. On the other hand, eggs that are dull or slightly faded in color may be old or not well maintained, which increases the risk of contamination, including mold.
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Second, do not choose eggs that look dirty or dull. Eggs that look dirty can indicate that the eggshell has been contaminated with bacteria or fungus. In addition, eggs with spots on the shell should also be avoided, because the spots can indicate a problem, such as fungus starting to grow.
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Third, also pay attention to whether the eggs you choose are shiny or not. Eggs that are too shiny are usually stored for too long, and that can affect their freshness. So, make sure the eggs you buy look natural, without excessive shine.
Also, don't forget to choose larger eggs, as small eggs often come from young chickens that are not fully mature. Eggs from young chickens also tend to be more easily contaminated and of poorer quality than eggs from older, healthier chickens.
photo: Instagram/@rumah_stia
Another way to check the quality of an egg is to shake it gently. A fresh egg will not feel like it is shaking when shaken. If you hear a shaking sound, it is a sign that there is air or empty space in the egg, which indicates that the egg is old or has decreased in quality.
Finally, another easy way to check the freshness of eggs is to put them in water. Fresh eggs will sink and remain in a sleeping position at the bottom of the container. Meanwhile, old eggs tend to float or stand upright because of the accumulation of air inside.
(brl/far)
