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I am so grateful that I discovered the duck eggs. They are one of my favorites chicken egg substitute for baking and cooking. Ever since I realized my son is sensitive to eggs, I try to make sure I have them on hand so he can enjoy what everyone else is eating too. They taste great in omelettes as well as in cakes.

If you or a family member is seriously ill egg allergy, go to your doctor to check to see if you are allergic to any part of the egg. Egg whites are often the culprit, as they contain parts of egg proteins, like casein in milk and gluten in wheat. The proteins in duck and chicken eggs are similar but slightly different, so you may not be allergic to them. You can try substituting duck eggs.

However, some people are allergic or intolerant to egg yolks. In that case, they may not be suitable.

All about duck eggs

While they are not an everyday food (yet) in the United States, They account for about 30% of eggs consumed in most Asian countries.

Duck eggs are obtained from many different breeds of ducks, some of which are raised for meat. There are many different breeds of ducks besides the mallard and the white duck you see.

Eggs are usually pale white, but some varieties lay pale green or gray eggs. This makes them the perfect palette for Naturally dyed easter eggs.

Duck eggs and chicken eggs

Since they are larger, you only need two duck eggs for every three chicken eggs. So they go a long way!

Here are the key differences between duck eggs and chicken eggs.

Balut:

Bigger (they’re a bit bigger than jumbo eggs)
Has bigger yolks than whites
Is there a higher fat?
Is a better source of omega-3 fatty acids
Has a thicker shell (but not too hard to crack)
Has a longer shelf life (probably due to thicker eggshell)
Lower water content
Has a rich creamy taste and texture

I’ve noticed more twins with two yolks, but that might just be one of our ducks. However, it always delights my kids.

Health benefits of duck eggs

While chicken and duck eggs are similar in terms of the nutrients they provide, there are some unique health benefits that you get from duck eggs.

According to an Asian studyDuck eggs have a higher amino acid content than chicken eggs. A 2015 study found that peptides found only in duck eggs help the body Absorb more calcium in the intestine. That’s a big advantage because calcium supplements can Do more harm than good. If you’re avoiding dairy, they’re a great food supplement to make sure you’re Have enough calcium.

Next time you want to add more antioxidants to your diet, consider buying some duck eggs. Based on a study published in 2014 inside Journal of Biochemistry and Biophysics Research CommunicationWhites have a higher antioxidant capacity than vitamin C. Antioxidants are a powerful tool for fighting disease and staying healthy.

Duck eggs are an excellent source of protein for vegetarians. One egg provides 18% of the daily recommended value of protein.

According to the USDA Nutrient Database, here’s how duck and chicken eggs compare to a 70 g duck egg and a 61 g chicken egg:

	Duck’s egg	Egg
Energy (calories)	156 kcal	90.9 kcal
Protein	8.4 g	6.09 g
Total lipids (fats)	13 g	6.71 g
Calcium, Ca	42 mg	40.3 mg
Potassium, CZK	146 mg	80.5 mg
Selenium, Se	23.7 g	14.3
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)	0.251 mg	0.229 mg
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)	0.181 mg	0.082 mg
Folate, total	39.2 g	22 g
Choline, total	138 mg	135 mg
Vitamin B12	2.82 g	0.464 g
Vitamin A	144 g	98.2 g
Vitamin E	1.34 mg	0.701 mg
Vitamin D	1.12 g	1.1 g
Fatty Acids, Total Saturated	3.54 g	2.03 g
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated	5.73 g	2.71 g
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated	2.02 g	1.48 g
Cholesterol	580 mg	169 mg

Although a duck egg is only 9 grams larger than a chicken egg, it contains many nutritional values. It is an excellent source of vitamin B12 and selenium.

You may notice that duck eggs are mixed higher cholesterol than eggs. You may have avoided eating them for that reason. However, Traditional advice on avoiding high cholesterol foods to prevent heart disease is outdated.

While previous versions of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans included advice to keep dietary cholesterol to no more than 300 mg per day, Version 2015-2020 not even mention limiting cholesterol in food.

In fact, scientists looked at egg consumption and the effects of cardiovascular metabolic risk factors in 2018. The conclusions, published in American Journal of Clinical Nutritionis it safe? Consume up to 12 chicken eggs every week. That should translate to more than one duck egg a day with no problem.

That said, if you’re trying to limit cholesterol but want the benefits of the white peptides, just don’t eat all the yolks. You can freeze the yolks for later and enjoy the antioxidants and protein in the whites.

Duck eggs also have omega fatty acids, which are healthy fats. It is important to keep a good balance between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

However, as with eggs, you’ll want to find a good duck farmer. Factory-raised duck eggs won’t have the same nutrition as outside-raised duck eggs, so be sure to find out where they come from. They should feed them non-GMO food and give them space to fly and roam.

A pasture-raised duck has access to green leaves, worms, slugs, insects, and even frogs. You are what you eat! The same goes for ducks and the eggs they lay. The nutrition they receive is reflected in their eggs.

What is the taste of duck eggs?

The taste of duck eggs is a bit fatter than chicken eggs. The texture is also thicker, as they have less water than chicken eggs. That’s because they white people make up less volume compared with yolk. They are sought after by professional bakers and pastry chefs for their richness and richness, which shows in the final product.

What Color Are Duck Eggs?

On the inside, you can notice that the yolks have a darker orange-yellow color, which indicates their nutrient density. The white looks similar to a chicken egg.

How to cook duck eggs

How do you use duck eggs? You can use them in all the same ways you would use chicken or other eggs, whether it’s scrambled, fried, hard-boiled, beaten in meringues, or simply used as a baking material. They perform clever custard… and homemade ice cream!

One thing you need to keep in mind when using duck eggs is that duck eggs have a lower water content, so they are easy to burn. Be careful when you fry or sauté them.

For palo, keto and diet for carnivoresDuck eggs add some variety to your protein source. As a great source of low-carb, high-fat protein, they can help you lose weight.

What to do with duck eggs?

Many recipes go better with duck eggs instead of chicken. The richness affects the taste of the final product.

Here are some recipes to try with them:

You can even use them in fried rice, stir-fries, and other Asian dishes (including salted eggs!):

Whenever I bake with them, the recipes come out light and fluffy:

Just make sure to cook the whites completely (as you would with eggs) to avoid salmonella.

How to boil duck eggs

Thoroughly boiled is a good way to easily include these eggs in your diet. To boil, put some in a pot and rinse with cold water. Then place the pan (without lid) over high heat until it comes to a rolling boil. Turn off the heat and let stand, covered for 12 minutes. Then transfer them to an ice bath to cool.

From there, you can make worm eggs with the two recipes linked above.

Duck eggs near me

It’s hard to know where to find duck eggs because they aren’t necessarily available at grocery stores year-round. Since ducks lay eggs in the spring, that’s the most common time to find them.

When in season, they are always available in larger quantities farmers markets and health food stores. You can always call ahead or email stores and markets near you to see if they have stock available. The benefit of buying them from a local farmer is that you know they are not dipped in petrochemical wax to preserve them as is often the case with larger stores.

If you’re lucky enough to have Whole Foods nearby, they may have stock there. You can also find them in Asian markets or grocery stores as they are very common in Asian cooking.

Have you tried the duck eggs? In what recipe would you use them?