When using eggs, you should follow these key guidelines for best cooking and safety:
- Cook eggs to make their protein easier to digest and to make nutrients like biotin more available. Cooking also kills harmful bacteria. Avoid eating raw eggs to reduce risk of foodborne illness.
- Use a low-calorie cooking method such as poaching or boiling to keep eggs healthy. Fry eggs in oils stable at high temperatures (like avocado or sunflower oil) and avoid overcooking to preserve nutrients.
- Buy clean, uncracked eggs and store them in the refrigerator in their carton. Cook eggs until both yolk and white are firm to ensure safety.
- Combine eggs with vegetables to boost nutritional value in meals.
- Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces thoroughly after handling raw eggs to prevent contamination.
- Avoid consuming raw or lightly cooked eggs in homemade foods like mayonnaise or mousse unless pasteurized eggs are used.
These practices optimize nutrition, safety, and taste when using eggs in cooking.
