Do eggs need to go in the fridge?
What to do with the eggs? Do you belong in the fridge? Or is it enough to put them on the worktop? In this post we would like to clarify the question of whether chicken eggs need to be stored in the refrigerator or not.
How long do eggs keep?
The egg has several protective mechanisms, one of which is a longer one durability make possible. Not only the shell, but also the so-called cuticle protects the inside of the egg from infections and dehydration. Enzymes in the egg ensure further self-protection. As a rule, chicken eggs can be kept for up to 4 weeks after the laying date.
Storing eggs - in the fridge, right?
Fridge storage is recommended by every grower. In connection with the best-before date, you always read the note on the egg pack: "Shelf life at 5 °C to 8 °C until ...". With a fridge storage you always play it safe. When it comes to storage, it is important that eggs be stored separately from other foods. Feces and other residues and impurities from the chicken coop can stick to the bowl. This massively increases the risk of salmonella infection. Quite a few refrigerators therefore have egg compartments with flaps.
No room for eggs in the fridge
In principle, it is possible to store the eggs outside of the refrigerator. Many supermarkets take advantage of this storage. In case you find that you don't have room for eggs in the refrigerator so it's not a problem. You should still prefer cool places like the basement after the purchase. Approximately 18 days after the laying date, the eggs should be transferred to the refrigerator.
If you suddenly find that your eggs have to give way to other foods in the fridge, you should be careful. This would be possible within the first 18 days after the laying date, but not recommended. After the 18th day your eggs should only be left in the fridge to cook, roast meat or leave baking. Constant temperature fluctuations can damage the eggs. If you plan to store your eggs for a longer period, freeze them as soon as possible. Freeze is also a possible storage method and makes the eggs durable for several months.
Storage tips for eggs
Store your eggs point-side down. As a result, the air chamber of the Ice at the top (at the rounded end) and cannot penetrate across the egg over time. A migrating air bubble in the egg destroys the egg membrane and allows bacteria to penetrate more easily.
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Eggs tend to absorb odors. Therefore, do not position your eggs near strong-smelling foods. It is not uncommon for eggs to smell like onions, garlic or cheese when used at home.
However you prefer to store and eat your eggs, always make sure your eggs aren't spoiled. We recommend long-term refrigerated storage of the eggs, isolated from other foods. Eat the eggs only if they are fully cooked within 28 days of laying. So you usually can't go wrong.
