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Adding a lemon to the water when boiling eggs may sound unusual, but it’s a game-changing trick that can make your life a lot easier! Here’s why adding lemon to egg water is such a useful hack and how you can benefit from it.
Why Add Lemon to Egg Water?
Easier Peeling: Lemon juice helps soften the eggshell slightly, making it much easier to peel after boiling. The citric acid in lemon weakens the bond between the egg white and the shell, helping the shell slide off without sticking.
Reduces Cracking: When boiling eggs, sometimes the shells crack, causing egg whites to leak out. The acidity from the lemon helps stabilize the eggshell, reducing the chance of cracking during boiling.
Removes Odor: Lemons have a fresh scent that can help reduce the sulfuric smell that boiled eggs sometimes have, giving you a fresher kitchen experience.
Enhances Cleanliness: Lemon juice acts as a natural antibacterial, so adding it to the water can help reduce bacteria on the eggshells.
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