Different Types of egg

Types of Egg

1. OBJECTIVES Explain the different types of eggs

2. are the most popular and the most widely consumed eggs of the world. The shell of chicken eggs is mostly white. However, some breeds may also have slightly brown shells.

3. In market, the following types of chicken eggs are sold: a. Standard Eggs - these are the most common chicken eggs and are the regular eggs that are sold in the market. - are the least healthy chicken eggs.

4. b. Organic Eggs - these are the pure, natural and healthy chicken eggs which are sold in supermarkets and quite expensive. In market, the following types of chicken eggs are sold:

5. c. Free-range Eggs - these are healthier than the standard eggs but less healthy as compared to organic eggs. In market, the following types of chicken eggs are sold:

6. These eggs are small and tasty, and usually have a white shell. Bantams are a smaller variety of hen.

7. are much larger than hen’s eggs and have a stronger flavor. They are slightly higher in fat, protein and cholesterol, and are also higher in iron and vitamins A, B group and D.

8. These are the largest of all the eggs you are likely to find on sale. They have a similar flavor and nutritional profile to hen’s eggs.

9. These are graded according to size – small, medium, large and extra-large or very large.

10. These come from hens that are still very intensively farmed but are not confined to cages.

11. These are tiny, with pretty speckled shells and a delicate flavor. Quail eggs are mostly used in exquisite cuisines.

12. Quail eggs are really special as not only they taste good but they have a large quantity of proteins and vitamins and contain only 14 calories.