foto: Instagram/@ayubukanchef
Brilio.net - Eggs are a kitchen ingredient that is almost always available at home because of its versatile function. To make them last longer, many people choose to store them in the refrigerator. However, did you know that using cold eggs directly from the refrigerator for cooking can affect the results of the dish? One of the recommended habits is to let the eggs come to room temperature before using them. Although it seems trivial, this step actually has an important reason, especially if the eggs are used for a mixture of bread dough.
When cold eggs are immediately cracked and mixed into the dough, their low temperature can hinder the mixing and emulsifying process with other ingredients. This is especially true for cake batters, where a uniform consistency is essential for a smooth and perfectly fluffy result. In addition, cold eggs can also cause butter or other fat ingredients to clump, creating a less than optimal end result.
Returning the temperature of the eggs to room temperature before use usually takes a long time, up to hours. However, if you know the trick, you only need 2 minutes to lower the temperature of the eggs you want to use. This trick was explained further by Instagram user @ayubukanchef. Through one of the videos uploaded, he admitted that he only relied on a simple method.
Tricks to keep eggs cold from the fridge
Instagram/@ayubukanchef
As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @ayubukanchef on Tuesday (28/1), the simple thing to do is to soak the eggs in water. More precisely, he uses warm water to soak the eggs. Well, this warm water tends to be safe to use to soak eggs without worrying about the eggs being contaminated or even cooked when soaked.
Tricks to keep eggs cold from the fridge
Instagram/@ayubukanchef
So first, prepare a bowl first. After that, arrange the eggs that have just been taken out of the refrigerator. Then, rinse them with warm water until the entire surface is submerged. Then soak the eggs for 2 minutes. If it has been left alone, lift it and the eggs are ready to be used for the dough mixture.
"The main reason is of course because room temperature eggs can make the dough more stable, smooth, and even," explained Instagram @ayubukanchef.
Tricks to keep eggs cold from the fridge
Instagram/@ayubukanchef
Using room temperature eggs when baking (dough) has many advantages that are too good to ignore. Eggs that are not cold are easier and faster to combine with other ingredients, making the mixing process more efficient. In addition, room temperature helps the eggs form a stable emulsion, making the dough feel smoother and more cohesive.
Another advantage, room temperature eggs expand more optimally when beaten, so that the cake dough can expand perfectly when baked. The end result is a softer and more even cake texture. So, if you are making dough for a cake, making sure the eggs are at room temperature can be a simple trick for more satisfying results.
Since it was uploaded on January 11, the video about the egg trick has been watched more than 50 thousand times. Who would have thought, many other Instagram users then gave direct responses in the comments column. Most of these netizens admitted to being grateful for getting new, useful knowledge.
"Oh, that's how it turns out... It's no wonder that if you make rempong cake, you have to take the eggs out of the refrigerator," explained Instagram @chiekaistasya.
"Uuhh nicee tutorrr sis," replied Instagram @dickaagustina.
"Thanks for the tips," said Instagram @mama_syfathan.
"Well, this often happens to me, as a result I like to buy it again at the shop. Ah, really nice tips," wrote the Instagram account @dapur.bu.aya.
"Thanks for the tips, sis," wrote the Instagram account @ninna_nyose.
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