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Why do hard boiled eggs have void under shell and why is it always on the fat end?
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∙ 13y ago
there is an air sack in eggs and it is always on the fat side
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∙ 13y ago
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Are boiled eggs goodnutrition than unboiled eggs or raweggs?
The shell of a boiled egg is the same strength as a raw egg. Since the egg has been boiled, if its shell is cracked no egg will run out, but the same force will crack the shell.
Do you wash eggs with shell on it?
Unless eggs are boiled to kill bacteria on them, they should be washed before cracking them open.
Why are some hard boiled eggs difficult to separate shell and white?
It depends on how fresh they are. Eggs that are very recently laid will often have the white stick to the shell a bit.
If leftover scrambled eggs smell like a hard-boiled egg are they ok to eat?
Probably. Scrambled eggs are the same thing as hard boiled except hard boiled is in the shell and the yolk and white remain seperate.
Are hard boiled eggs as popular as soft boiled eggs for breakfast?
Actually scrambled eggs are more popular than hard boiled eggs and soft boiled eggs. And hard boiled eggs are as popular as soft boiled eggs
Why are some hard boiled eggs hard to peel?
If you are having trouble peeling a hard boiled egg (that thin membrane is not coming off of the shiny egg white, thus making the shell come off in very small pieces and it's taking forever), chances are the egg meat has not shrunk away from the shell. This can usually be solved by placing the hard boiled egg in ice water for a few minutes so the meat will contract.
How do you boil eggs'?
Eggs may be boiled in the shell to a desired state of firmness or out of the shell (poached).Poached eggs: Open egg into small shallow bowl to avoid breaking yolk and allow inspection for blood spots. Gently transfer into a pot of swirling, gently boiling water. (It helps if the water is swirling in the pan before adding the egg. This stops the egg from settling and sticking to the bottom). Cook eggs 90 to 120 seconds. Remove with slotted spoon and place on toast.Boiled eggs in shell (soft boiled eggs): Place eggs in cold water while still in shell (cold eggs placed in boiling water may split). Bring water to a boil. When water reaches a steady boil start to time eggs. One minute for very soft eggs, two minutes for medium, three for firm soft boiled eggs. A recent technology is of some assistance for timing soft boiled eggs . A clear plastic "egg" has been developed that changes color with temperature. It shows the degree of done-ness of the egg by getting darker against a scale. When the scale shows the desired condition the cooked real egg is removedHard Boiled eggs (for potato salad/egg salad): As above. Allow eggs to boil for ten minutes. Turn off heat for another 5-10 minutes. Cool under cold water. Shell immediately as it is easier sooner than later.
What are hard boiled eggs made of?
A hard boiled egg is made of..... egg. It is simply a whole egg, in the shell that has been placed in boiling water. The heat causes the liquid egg inside the shell to become solid. The yolk of the egg becomes the yellow center, and the clear "white" of the egg becomes the white outer part of the boiled egg. Remove shell, add salt to taste, eat.
Can whole eggs be hard boiled?
Yes, whole eggs can be hard boiled.
Why is it incorrect to say hard boiled eggs?
This is a fairly minor point of usage, but if you say hard boiled eggs you could be interpretted as saying that the eggs are both hard and boiled, when what you really mean is that the eggs were hard-boiled, which is to say, boiled for a longer time than they would be if you wanted soft-boiled eggs. So you can use the hyphen.
How do maggets form in a boiled egg?
Maggots do not form in boiled eggs. Maggots are the larvae of flies. Flies lay their eggs on meat, carrion or other rotting flesh. Although some insects might lay their eggs on cooked eggs, the egg shell would have to be broken and the contents exposed to contamination for any sort of larvae to grow.
How long can you store an egg in the refrigerator with the shell off?
Life of Shelled Hard-Boiled EggAlthough it is boiled the shell provides the protection for the egg, a hard boiled egg will stay refrigerated between 3-5 days. However, the eggs will be harder to peel if not shelled shortly after cooking. According to Alton Brown's Food Network TV show, Good Eats, whole, peeled hard boiled eggs can be stored in an air-tight container and covered with cold water. They will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
