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Learn the Right Way to Store Eggs in the Fridge to Last Up to 1 Year
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News18•07-10-2026, 13:21
Learn the Right Way to Store Eggs in the Fridge to Last Up to 1 Year
- •While eggs normally stay fresh in the fridge for about three weeks, proper preservation techniques can extend their shelf life up to 12 months.
- •To freeze whole eggs, beat the whites and yolks together, pour them into a freezer-safe container, seal tightly, and freeze.
- •Freezing egg yolks requires adding half a teaspoon of salt or up to one and a half tablespoons of sugar per 240 ml to prevent a gelatinous texture.
- •Always thaw frozen eggs completely in the refrigerator overnight or under cold running water before cooking them in dishes.
Key Questions Answered
When kept in their carton inside the refrigerator, eggs typically stay fresh for about three weeks.
According to the British Egg Industry Council, whole eggs can be frozen for up to 12 months by beating the whites and yolks together, pouring them into a labeled freezer-safe container, sealing it, and freezing.
Due to their dense texture, freezing egg yolks normally makes them gelatinous and unsuitable for cooking. To prevent this, you must mix in half a teaspoon of salt or one to one and a half tablespoons of sugar per 240 ml of raw egg depending on whether you plan to make savory or sweet dishes.
