Many of us may not think much about how we store our eggs in the refrigerator, but by saying Chef Ranveer Brarhow you place your eggs on the tray can make a big difference.
In her video posted on Instagram, she shared the proper way to store eggs. “The best ‘egg storage’ tip! Check out what I do to keep eggs fresh and delicious for a long time! (sic)” quoted the post.
Most people lay eggs in whatever way they fit, but the shape of the eggs it can affect their freshness and quality over time. Chef Brar suggests that the best way to store eggs is with the narrow end facing down and the wide side facing up. But why?
Kanikka Malhotra, a nutritionist and diabetes educator, says, “The practice of keeping eggs with their narrow ends facing down and their wide side up is meant to preserve their freshness and quality. An air cell forms at the tip of the egg as it cools after laying. As the egg ages, this air cell gradually expands, and its location is important to maintain the egg’s integrity.”
He continues, “The air cell on the surface of the egg remains stable when stored with its broad side facing up, reducing movement and preventing rapid expansion. This stability is important because it reduces the egg’s natural moisture content over time by maintaining the egg’s internal pressure balance.”
Possible dangers of not storing eggs properly
Malhotra says that eggs stored improperly – at room temperature, when the temperature fluctuates, or outside their original box – lose moisture quickly, which can expand the air cell and push the yolk into the shell. This raises the possibility of weakening the structural integrity of the egg and producing less attractive egg whites.”
If eggs are not kept at the required temperature below 40°F (4°C), bacteria, especially Salmonellahe adds, he can easily fit into a shell. Because eggshells are permeable, improper storage can cause odors from other foods to absorb, changing the flavor of the egg.
Use a refrigerator thermometer to check the temperature regularly and make sure it stays stable. (Source: Freepik)
More tips for storing eggs to preserve freshness and nutritional value
To preserve the freshness and nutritional value of eggs for longer, consider these additional tips and best practices:
-Make sure your refrigerator is set at 40°F (4°C) or lower. Use a refrigerator thermometer to check the temperature regularly and make sure it stays stable. This will slow the aging process of the eggs and reduce the risk of bacterial growth.
-Avoid placing eggs in areas of the refrigerator where condensation occurs, as this can lead to the accumulation of moisture in the egg shell. Excess moisture can promote bacterial growth and spoilage.
-To get a good burn, try using eggs within two weeks of purchaseeven if they are stored properly. This will ensure that they are of the highest level of freshness and nutritional value.
-When storing eggs, use old eggs first and put new eggs in the back of the refrigerator. This practice helps to ensure that the eggs are used within the freshness period and to reduce pollution.
-Always check the freshness of eggs using methods such as water testing (new eggs sink and lie on the bottom, while old eggs float).
-Do not store eggs in the refrigerator; make sure there is enough air around you.
-Store eggs in their original box with a lid, or use a covered container if the original box is damaged.
-Check the eggs from time to time to see if they are damaged, such as an unusual smell, discoloration, or uneven texture.