How To Test If Eggs Are Fresh In South Africa

What is Eggs?

Humans and their hominid relatives have consumed eggs for millions of years. 

How To Test If Eggs Are Fresh In South Africa?

Firstly look at the shell of the egg; fresh shells are rough and chalky whereas older eggshells are smooth and shiny.

To be sure take the egg and place it into a bowl or cup of water – fresh eggs will sink to the bottom but eggs that are starting to spoil will float.

How long do eggs last without refrigeration?

Eggs can sit out on your counter for up to two hours and only one hour if the temperature is above 90 degrees.

After that, they must be stored in the fridge. Most refrigerators come with a special bin or shelf on the door to hold the eggs.

How do you preserve eggs without refrigeration?

Combine 1 part water glass solution with 10 parts boiling water. Mix the solution thoroughly and allow it to cool.

Place clean eggs in a clean jar and pour the cooled solution over the eggs until it covers them by 2 inches. Screw a lid onto the jar and store the jar in a cool, dark location.