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9 Types Of Eggs That We Can Eat
When we talk about eggs, we usually refer only to chicken eggs. However, there are many other types eggs that we can eat. Eggs have many health benefits. In fact every different type of egg has its own set of health benefits. So only when you try all the types of eggs, you get the nutritional benefits of all these.
There are basically 2 wide types of eggs that we can eat, bird eggs and fish eggs. Among fish eggs, caviar is a very popular dish. Not only is caviar very nutritious, but it is also one of the most expensive foods in the word. In India, Hilsa fish eggs are very popular. They are usually fried in batter and eaten as snacks.
There are many types of bird eggs that we can eat. Among them, chicken eggs are the most popular. But there are also duck eggs, goose eggs and quail eggs that are frequently on the menu.
In this article, we have listed some of the most popular and nutritious type of eggs that we can eat.
White Chicken Eggs
White chicken eggs are the commonest type of eggs that we eat. When you just go to the supermarket and ask for eggs, they will give you white chicken eggs that are rich in proteins, calcium and zinc.
Brown Chicken Eggs
Brown eggs are also chicken eggs but they are laid by brown or red hens. There is no difference in the nutritional values of white and brown chicken eggs.
Caviar
Caviar is a delicacy of the aristocracy. These are eggs of the fish roe that are treated with salt and preserved. Caviar is rich in antioxidants and they contain a wealth of sea minerals.
Quail Eggs
Quail eggs are much smaller than chicken eggs, have a brownish colour and are spotted. Quail eggs are very nutritious as they are rich in Vitamin D and B12.
Duck Eggs
Duck eggs are white like chicken eggs but they are slightly flattish in circumference. Duck eggs are filled with Vitamin B complex group. But don't have these eggs if you have a tendency for allergies.
Turkey Eggs
Turkey eggs are obviously much larger than chicken eggs. These eggs are mostly popular in the country side and they are rich in RDA calcium.
Bantam Eggs
Bantam eggs looks like chicken eggs but they are much smaller. Bantam is actually nothing but small variety of hen. However, bantam eggs are much richer in iron and thus great foods for women.
Goose Eggs
Goose eggs are among largest bird eggs to be found. They taste very similar to chicken eggs but have much more proteins.
Hilsa Eggs
Hilsa eggs are a delicacy in India, especially in the Eastern parts of the country. Hilsa eggs are very rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and also considered very nutritious for expectant mothers.
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