If you want to cook an ostrich egg you have a few different options. You can purchase them online at a specialty grocery store or farmer’s market. Keep in mind ostrich eggs are very large so you may need to adjust your recipes accordingly.
Here are a few tips on how to select and cook an ostrich egg:
– Look for eggs that are firm and have a smooth unbroken shell. Avoid eggs that have cracks or are leaking.
– Ostrich eggs are best cooked using gentle heat. frying or boiling them can cause the egg to explode.
– When frying ostrich eggs be sure to use a large pan and plenty of oil. The egg will need to be turned frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pan and burning.
– When boiling an ostrich egg be sure to use a large pot and plenty of water. The egg will need to be turned frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pot and burning.
– Ostrich eggs can be baked but the results will be much different than baking a chicken egg. The egg will need to be cooked at a lower temperature for a longer period of time.
– Ostrich eggs can also be pickled. This is a great way to preserve them for later use.
Here are a few recipes to get you started:
– Omelette:
Ingredients:
1 ostrich egg
3 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup shredded cheese
Directions:
1. whisk together the egg milk salt and pepper.
2. heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. add the egg mixture to the skillet and cook stirring occasionally until the eggs are firm and the cheese is melted.
4. serve immediately.
– Quiche:
Ingredients:
1 ostrich egg
3/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
1/2 cup shredded cheese
1/4 cup diced ham
Directions:
1. whisk together the egg milk salt and pepper.
2. heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. add the egg mixture to the skillet and cook stirring occasionally until the eggs are firm and the cheese is melted.
4. pour the egg mixture into the pie crust.
5. bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes.
– Deviled Eggs:
Ingredients:
6 ostrich eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
1. hard-boil the eggs and then remove the shells.
2. cut the eggs in half lengthwise.
3. remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl.
4. Mash the yolks with a fork and then stir in the mayonnaise mustard salt and pepper.
5. spoon the mixture into the egg halves.
6. serve immediately.
