You always cook eggs wrong: the most common mistakes that spoil the product

A fried egg seems like the simplest dish, but even in such a mundane task, many people make mistakes. The wrong frying pan, an insufficiently heated surface, or the use of old eggs can significantly affect the taste and texture of the dish. As a result, the eggs stick, fall apart, turn out too dry or, conversely, do not fry properly.

The FoodOboz editorial team will tell you about the most common mistakes and how to avoid them. To make your scrambled eggs perfect - tender inside, with an appetizing crust and evenly fried - you need to know a few important nuances.

Using the wrong frying pan

If your eggs keep sticking to the pan or falling apart during cooking, the problem may be with the cookware you're using. Non-stick pans or well seasoned cast iron are best. They create a smooth surface so that the eggs flip easily and do not stick.

Frying with little or no fat

Fat is not only for flavor, but also to protect the egg from sticking to the pan. Use butter, olive oil, or even bacon grease to add flavor and create the perfect crust. Butter contains natural emulsifiers that further prevent sticking.

Cracking eggs into a cold pan

The correct temperature of the pan is the key to success. You need to preheat the pan well before cooking. When you add the butter, it should melt and foam a little - this is a signal that you can crack the eggs. If you are cooking with oil, it should shimmer slightly.

Using cold eggs

If the eggs are fresh from the refrigerator, they may not warm up evenly, which affects the consistency of the omelette. Let the eggs warm up to room temperature - 5 minutes is enough. If you don't have time to wait, you can immerse the eggs in warm (not hot!) water for a few minutes.

Using old eggs

The freshness of eggs directly affects their texture during cooking. Fresh eggs hold their shape better - the white remains firm and the yolk holds together well. To check the freshness, dip the egg in water:

• fresh - will lie on the bottom horizontally
• not quite fresh - will remain at the bottom, but will rise vertically
• spoiled - will float to the surface.

How to cook perfect fried eggs

• Use a non-stick or cast iron skillet.
• Heat the pan well before breaking the eggs.
• Add enough fat (butter, oil, lard).
• Use eggs at room temperature.
• Choose fresh eggs for better texture and flavor.