How to check the freshness of eggs in 1 second? No need to crack the shell
Before consuming an egg, we always ask ourselves whether the product is still fresh. Often, the first instinct adopted in the kitchen is to check the state of the egg white. When it is colored, it is a sign of rot that should not be overlooked. However, there are other simple tricks to check your egg without having to break its shell. We explain how to proceed.
It is true that a fresh egg is easily identified by simply breaking its shell. This technique, which is the most used, remains the best indicator of freshness, the change in color of the egg white being an infallible sign. However, it is not always possible to break the shell, especially when it comes to cooking hard-boiled eggs.
It is not always easy to know if the eggs that are laid out in the refrigerator are still good. Before you throw your egg in the trash, take the time to try one of these tricks. They’ll give you clues about its freshness in no time.
– Check the packaging before consuming an egg
Egg packaging – Source: spm
When in doubt about the freshness of an egg that you are about to eat, it is advisable to first check the best before date (BDD) which is indicated on the packaging of the eggs or on the shell of the egg. As a general rule, the consumption date does not exceed a period of 28 days after the day of laying. After this date, if the shell of your egg is in perfect condition, it is possible to keep it in the refrigerator to consume it within a maximum of one month.
– Immerse your egg in water
Eggs in water – Source: spm
This is probably the most common grandmother’s trick for checking the freshness of an egg . It is enough to use a container or a transparent salad bowl in which you pour water. If the egg remains at the bottom of the container, it is safe to eat, soft-boiled for example. If, on the contrary, the egg floats in the middle of the container and stands vertically, it must be consumed first. Prefer recipes based on hard-boiled eggs or omelettes that are well cooked. If the egg floats to the surface, this is a sign that it should not be eaten. Throw away the product without further delay!
– Observe your egg carefully
Rotten Eggs – Source: spm
