What does altitude have to do with boiling eggs properly?<\/strong> Altitude can affect the boiling time and temperature of the water. At higher altitudes, the atmospheric pressure is lower, which means you may need to increase the cooking time for boiled eggs to ensure that they are fully cooked. The exact adjustment to cooking time may vary depending on the altitude and the size of the eggs.<\/p> <\/div>
My yolk turned green! How did this happen?<\/strong> The greenish-gray color that can sometimes appear on a boiled egg yolk is the result of a chemical reaction between the iron in the yolk and the sulfur in the white, which can occur when eggs are overcooked or cooked at too high of a temperature. To avoid this, don't overcook the eggs, make sure the water is at a low boil and not a rolling boil, submerge the eggs in the ice bath immediately as instructed, and use fresh eggs.<\/p> <\/div>
How do I know if my egg is boiled or raw?<\/strong> One way to check if an egg is boiled or raw is to spin it. A hard-boiled egg will spin smoothly and easily, while a raw egg will wobble or feel unsteady. You can also gently tap the egg on a hard surface. A boiled egg will have a solid sound, while a raw egg will make a hollow sound.<\/p> <\/div>