Spotlight on HealthyFood: effortless eggs
We love eggs and your body loves them too. Small yet powerful, eggs are a go-to ingredient in many healthy meals and an unsung hero of the Vitality HealthyFood Catalogue. Learn how to cook them, store them and use them to eat yourself healthier.
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Spotlight on... effortless eggs
Boiled or poached, scrambled or sunny side up, eggs are packed with essential nutrients that support your overall health and wellbeing. And they're not just breakfast food either. The humble chicken egg is the hero ingredient in many of our favourite dishes like omelettes, frittatas, quiches, shakshuka, tamagoyaki (Japanese eggrolls), Turkish eggs, custard, cakes and more.
(Sheesh. Now we're hungry.)
Fun fact: The word 'yolk' comes from the Old English word for 'yellow'. Sometimes, a hen will release two yolks in the same shell, creating a double-yolked egg!
Why do we love eggs?
Eggs are packed with protein and rich in vitamins and minerals. It's super versatile and easy to prepare, making it a budget-friendly staple in your refrigerator.
3 egg-cellent recipes for enticing delights
Baked Egg Cups
Crammed with flavourful mince and sautéed exotic mushrooms
Brunch Buddha Bowls
With quinoa, middling boiled eggs, avocado, broad beans and exotic roasted tomatoes
Cajun Salsa Wrap
Filled with scrambled eggs, spiced fillet, avocado and red pepper
How to keep your eggs fresher for longer
Refrigerate immediately
Put the eggs inside the fridge (not the door) for a consistent temperature.
Keep in original carton
The box protects your eggs against damage and odours and makes it easy to see the best-by date.
Don't wash the eggs
Washing eggs removes the coating of the shell that protects it against bacteria.
Large end up
Store eggs with the pointy side down and the large end up to balance the yolk in the centre.
Discard cracked eggs
Never eat eggs with cracks in the shell because it could allow bacteria to enter.
Refrigerate leftover eggs
Put leftover raw or cooked eggs in an airtight container and refrigerate immediately.
How to check if your eggs are fresh
Place your egg in a bowl or glass of cold water. If the egg sinks to the bottom, it's fresh. If it floats to the top, it's spoiled. If it's somewhere in the middle, it's no longer fresh and should best be discarded.
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This article is for educational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice.