foto: Instagram/@of3house
Brilio.net - Quail eggs are often a favorite choice for various dishes. However, one of the biggest challenges in cooking quail eggs is that their shells are easily broken when boiled. This problem certainly makes the cooking results less attractive. So to avoid this, it is important to understand the causes and how to deal with quail eggs that are prone to breaking when boiled.
One of the main causes of quail eggs breaking easily is sudden changes in temperature. Quail eggs that are directly placed in boiling water often experience internal pressure that causes the shell to crack. Using too much heat on the stove can also cause quail egg shells to crack.
So that quail eggs remain intact when boiled, you can use a number of tricks. One of them is to put the eggs in when the water is not yet boiling. In addition, some also add salt or vinegar to the boiling water. Adding a little salt or vinegar to the boiling water can also strengthen the egg shell, making it more resistant to cracking.
But besides that trick, you can apply another trick that is no less effective in keeping quail egg shells intact when boiled. This trick was once shared by a netizen with the Instagram account @of3house. Through one of the videos uploaded, he admitted to only using one simple tool.
photo: Instagram/@of3house
As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @of3house on Wednesday (11/13), the tool in question is a toothpick. So, just put water and quail eggs in a pan, then add a few toothpicks and boil over medium heat with the pan open.
" The eggs didn't break, they were perfectly cooked ," said Instagram @of3house.
photo: Instagram/@of3house
Well, the eggs that have been boiled for a few minutes can be drained immediately. Discard the boiled water and fill it with cold water so that the egg shells are easier to peel. Guaranteed the results will be smoother and more beautiful.
photo: Instagram/@of3house
Using toothpicks to prevent quail eggs from cracking while boiling may sound strange, but it is a simple trick that is quite effective. Using toothpicks can actually help prevent quail eggs from cracking during the boiling process. When eggs are boiled, the rapid temperature change can cause great internal stress on the egg shell, especially in quail eggs which have thinner shells than chicken eggs.
Adding toothpicks to the boiling water helps create an escape route for air bubbles that form in the water as it boils. These air bubbles often stick to the egg shell, causing instability and increasing the risk of cracking. With the toothpicks, these bubbles can more easily move and escape from the egg, reducing the pressure on the shell.
Additionally, toothpicks also help distribute heat more evenly around the egg. As the water boils, the toothpicks move through the water, creating a more constant and even flow of water around the egg. This helps reduce hot spots or areas of higher temperature that can cause cracks in the shell. By ensuring that the water temperature remains stable and air bubbles do not stick to the egg, you can boil quail eggs more safely without worrying about the shell cracking.
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