Have you ever cracked an egg and found a small red blood spot inside? If so, how did you react? Did you toss the egg out, or did you simply shrug and keep cooking? Many people aren’t sure whether eggs with these spots are still safe to eat. In this article, we’ll explain why these spots appear, what they indicate, and whether the eggs are still safe to consume.
Are Eggs With Blood Spots Safe To Eat?
Yes—eggs with blood spots are safe to eat as long as they are cooked properly. These spots are harmless and won’t cause illness. You can continue cooking the egg as usual, or, if you prefer, you can remove the spot with the tip of a knife or another small utensil.
You might also find small brown “meat spots” in the egg white. These are bits of tissue picked up as the egg travels through the oviduct, and they are also harmless. However, if the egg white appears red, pink, or green, the egg should be discarded. That discoloration usually indicates bacterial growth that may cause food poisoning.
