slightly stronger sulfur smell or a somewhat drier texture, but the egg remains edible.
Why Some Eggs Have It and Others Don’t
Several factors influence whether the ring appears:
- Cooking time
- Water temperature
- Egg size
- Cooling method after cooking
- Freshness of the egg
Overcooking is usually the biggest factor. Eggs left in boiling water for too long are much more likely to develop the discoloration.
