KOMPAS.com – When buying eggs, we certainly want to get eggs that are still of good quality.
If you look at it at a glance, the eggs all look the same. In fact, eggs that are not good in appearance are still the same as good eggs.
Likewise when stocking eggs in the refrigerator. We certainly want the eggs we take to still be in good condition.
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How to check egg quality
The following are four easy ways to check the quality of eggs, while ensuring safety when cooking.
1. Check the expiration date
If buying eggs at the supermarket, one of the easiest steps is to check the date on the package.
However, don’t immediately throw away the eggs once that date has passed, because eggs stored in the refrigerator may still be suitable for consumption.
Sell by (“sell by”) date:
Indicates the time limit for the shop to sell eggs, usually 30 days from the time the eggs are packaged.
Expiry date:
Indicates the time the egg begins to lose its freshness, but is not necessarily unsafe to eat.
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Packing date (“pack date”):
Indicates the day the eggs were washed, packed, and assessed for quality. Usually in Julian format (numbers 1–365).
If eggs are stored in the refrigerator within 21–30 days after that date, they are probably still safe to consume.
2. Smell it
The smell test is the simplest and most reliable method when the eggs have been brought home and are about to be cooked.
Rotten eggs will emit a strong odor, both raw and cooked. If the egg smells bad after breaking it, throw it away immediately.
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