We're educators and bloggers focused on the topics of raising pet/backyard ducks, no-dig organic gardening & rare edible plants, foraging, wild recipes, and related topics. Subscribe and join thousands of newsletter readers every week!
Duck eggs vs. chicken eggs: 5 differences that matter
 A duck egg is not simply a larger chicken egg. The differences in size, yolk, white, and flavor can affect everything from breakfast to baking. Duck eggs vs. chicken eggsAn average duck egg is about half an ounce larger than an average large chicken egg. Duck eggs also tend to have larger yolks and a slightly higher yolk-to-white ratio, which contributes to their richer flavor and texture. See the full duck egg comparison Cooking with duck eggsFor omelets, puddings, ice cream, and many everyday recipes, you can usually substitute duck eggs one-for-one and simply expect a richer result. Baking is different. If a recipe depends on exact ratios, replacing three chicken eggs with three larger duck eggs may produce a heavier, denser result. Use a kitchen scale and substitute by weight when precision matters. Learn more about using duck eggs  Poach one perfectlyDuck egg whites behave a little differently in water. Our guide shows how to strain the watery portion of the white, manage the simmer, and poach duck or goose eggs cleanly. Make a perfectly poached duck egg Here’s to the world’s most expensive and delicious eggs, Aaron & Susan A little more duck goodnessRaise healthier, longer-lived ducksOur practical and appropriately impractical guide to giving pet and backyard ducks their best lives. Duck My Life merchHumorous duck clothing and accessories, with 10% of proceeds supporting waterfowl rescues. As an Amazon Associate, Tyrant Farms may earn from qualifying purchases made through the product link above, at no additional cost to you. Want to change which Tyrant Farms topics you receive? Update your topic preferences. |
Tyrant Farms
We're educators and bloggers focused on the topics of raising pet/backyard ducks, no-dig organic gardening & rare edible plants, foraging, wild recipes, and related topics. Subscribe and join thousands of newsletter readers every week!
A wood-fired cob oven can turn a quiet corner of the backyard into a place where people gather. It is also a real building project, so understanding the full sequence before starting will save time and frustration. Build a wood-fired cob oven Cob is a mixture of clay-rich soil, sand, and natural fiber. Our complete guide walks through choosing a location, building a stable foundation, adding insulation, shaping the oven, and allowing it to dry. Read the cob oven building guide Plan before you...
A ripe persimmon can taste like fruity caramel. An unripe astringent persimmon can make your mouth feel as though it has turned inside out. The difference starts with knowing which persimmon you have and what fully ripe looks like for that tree. American vs. asian persimmons Wild American persimmons are native to much of the eastern United States. The fruits are small and reach their best flavor when extremely soft. Timing varies by tree, and some lose their astringency before frost while...
Your Halloween pumpkin is more than a temporary porch decoration. Pumpkin flesh and seeds are edible, and gardeners can also use the plant’s flowers and young leaves. The incredible edible pumpkin Pumpkins are winter squash native to the Americas. Different varieties vary widely in flavor and texture, but many can become soups, breads, pancakes, chili, desserts, and other fall foods. Learn the history and food potential of pumpkins Process the flesh Cut the pumpkin into manageable pieces and...