Our Eggs
If you're looking for a healthy, nutrient-rich food, look no further than the humble egg. Eggs can be enjoyed every day by the whole family as part of a healthy, balanced diet.
If you're looking for a healthy, nutrient-rich food, look no further than the humble egg.
Eggs can be enjoyed every day by the whole family as part of a healthy, balanced diet.
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Nutrition
Nature's
Multivitamin
Perfect Protein
Eggs contain the highest quality protein on the planet! An egg has ALL 9 essential Amino Acids in precise proportions required by the human body for growth and repair. Amino Acids are the building blocks of the human body, helping in the formation of muscles, hair, nails, skin and organs. Eggs are a true Super Food!
Nutrient Dense
Eggs contain 11 essential vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, D, E, B12, B2, Iron, Iodine, Phosphorus, Selenium, Choline and Folate. Plus the antioxidants Lutein and Zeaxanthin.
Omega - 3
Eggs are a natural source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids. Omega-3’s are essential in protecting against Heart disease, inflammatory disease and autoimmune disease. They keep your eyes healthy and play a major role in infant development.
Vitamin A, E & B12
Eggs are particularly rich in A, E and B12. Vitamin A helps form and maintain healthy skin and teeth while also promoting good vision. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that helps protect body tissue from disease. Vitamin B12 is essential for brain and nervous system function and aiding proper blood formation.
Antioxidants
Eggs are high in several natural antioxidants including Lutein and Zeaxanthin which protect your eyes and maintain their health. Egg whites also contain Selenium which protects your immune system.
Vitamin D
Egg yolks are one of the few foods that naturally contain Vitamin D. This makes it a convenient way to up your intake. Vitamin D is essential for the Immune and Nervous Systems and strong bones and muscles as well as overall health.
Choline & Iron
Egg yolks contain Choline an important nutrient that is required for normal and foetal brain development. Also for metabolic processes including liver and nerve function and muscle movement. Iron is required to produce haemoglobin which carries oxygen through the blood. Eggs provide a valuable source of iron.
Fallaize.E.et al.Eur J, Nutr 2013 June: 52 (4): 1359-9
National Health and Medical Research Council, Australian Dietary Guidelines. 2013 Commonwealth Department of Health and Aging: Canberra
National Health and Medical Council. Australian Guide to Healthy Eating 2013 (cited 2014 12/3/14)
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian Healthy Survey: Consumption of Food Groups from Australian Dietary Guidelines, 2011-2012. 2016. ABS: Canberra.
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LET’S COOK EGGS
TIP
Older eggs are best for boiling as they're easier to peel
Boiled
For best results, bring eggs to room temperature first
Place in cold water and bring to a gentle bowl over medium heat
Soft boiled eggs take 4 minutes and hard-boiled eggs take 6 minutes
TIP
Best served immediately
Scrambled
For every 2 eggs use 2 tablespoons of milk and beat together well
Season using fresh herbs, salt and pepper
Heat a little butter or olive or coconut oil in a non-stick frying pan. Add eggs. As they begin to set, pull them apart using a heatproof spatula
Continue cooking - pulling, lifting and folding over - until cooked to your liking
TIP
Fresh eggs produce the best-looking fried eggs
Fried
Heat a little butter, olive or coconut oil in a non-stick frying pan
Break eggs into a small bowl. Slip into pan, one at a time
Immediately reduce the heat to low
Cook slowly until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard
Use a gentle heat to retain nutrients and allow for even cooking
TIP
For best results, use the freshest eggs at room temperature
Poached
Fill a large saucepan with water (approx ¾ full) and bring to a gentle boil
Reduce heat to a simmer and when the bubbles subside, use a large spoon to gently stir the water in a circular motion to create a whirlpool
Crack your egg into a small bowl or cup, then carefully slide into the center of the whirlpool
Cook for 3 ½ -4 minutes for poached eggs with firm whites and soft yolks and 4 - 5 minutes for firmer yolks
EGG FAQ
The best way to store eggs is to keep them in their original carton in the coldest part of the fridge, not on the door. They are also protected from damage.
Eggs are best refrigerated. Always check the best before, but they will keep longer if refrigerated.
Usually an egg includes one yolk and the egg white, but sometimes the egg will include a double yolk.
The answer is that it’s not only perfectly safe to eat but is said to bring good luck when you find them. But what causes the double yolk?
A double yolk occurs in an egg when a chicken releases two yolks into the same shell. Double yolks are usually produced by young chickens. Since their reproductive systems have not fully matured, they periodically release two yolks instead of one. Double yolks can also come from older chickens nearing the end of their egg producing period.
The Australian Guide to Health Eating recommends 1 serve a day which is 2 eggs.
YES! Eggs contain special types of antioxidants, shown to be great for the eyes.
YES! Eggs are definitely nutritious! See our section on Nutrition.