27/03/2017
The season for Goose Eggs has arrived, as you can see they are big, really big. The above picture shows goose eggs to the right of chicken eggs so you can see the size difference. But there's more to goose eggs than just their size.
1. After the size difference has been taken into account, you can surprisingly use goose eggs just like any other egg, including using them in any recipe that calls for eggs. Just remember the size difference must be adjusted for, though. A good rule of thumb is to use one medium goose egg for every two large chicken eggs.
2. Goose Eggs have bigger (and better) yolks, Goose eggs have a noticeably higher yolk-to-white ratio than chicken eggs, which can lead to heavier, moister, denser baked goods. Not to worry, though, if you decide to give them a whirl in baked goods, try adding a chicken white or two to the mix.
3. Goose Eggs are not just bigger, they are more flavourful
Goose eggs are very rich in flavour. The eggs are richer, creamier, heavier, and more deeply coloured. Great scrambled!!
4. Goose Eggs shells are also stronger, Goose egg shells are also much harder than chicken eggshells, making them popular to use in crafts. Note, though, that because of this they can also be a bit of a challenge to crack, requiring greater force to crack them open and a corresponding greater chance of breaking the yolk in the process. Forewarned is forearmed: Don't be surprised when you bang that goose egg on the counter and nothing happens. Increase the force you would normally use to crack an egg to avoid a shattered shell and drippy mess.
5. Goose Eggs are seasonal and because of that more expensive
Geese only lay about 40 eggs a year. They also pretty much lay them all in the spring anytime from mid-February until the end of June.
