Why experienced housewives pierce eggs with a needle before cooking: a secret that many do not know

25.04.2024 01:30
Updated: 12.05.2024 23:58

It would seem, what could be difficult about boiling eggs?

However, there are tricks here that are definitely worth trying, because thanks to them you can improve the dishes and get a great result.

Therefore, it is worth understanding why you need to pierce an egg with a needle before boiling it.

It won't crack during cooking.

When an egg heats up, the internal pressure inside the shell begins to increase, which can lead to cracks.
If there is a hole in the egg, such trouble can be avoided and this is the key point.

The cooking quality improves

The holes made by the needle allow water to penetrate into the egg, which helps to cook the white and yolk evenly. Of course, many people will not notice the effect.

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However, professional chefs often use this trick during cooking and achieve excellent results.

Making it easier to peel an egg

After boiling, pierced eggs are often easier to peel. This is because air can get inside the egg through the holes, making it easier to separate the shell from the white and yolk.

Can be cooked in a microwave oven

Many people know that it is unacceptable to cook raw eggs in the shell in the microwave. However, if you make holes in the shell, the risk of explosion will be minimal. But it is important to understand that this method does not guarantee that the egg will not explode during cooking, so it is important to be rational.

How to Properly Pierce an Egg

Of course, piercing an egg with a needle is not an easy task. It needs to be done from the "blunt" side, because that is where air accumulates.

For piercing, you need to use a sharp needle. You should not use force, you need to do it carefully, then you will be able to achieve an excellent effect

Earlier we shared a recipe for making a salad with tuna and cucumber .

Author: Valeria Kisternaya Editor of Internet resources
 
Expert: Elena Gutyro  

Content
  1. It won't crack during cooking.
  2. The cooking quality improves
  3. Making it easier to peel an egg
  4. Can be cooked in a microwave oven
  5. How to Properly Pierce an Egg