The Truth About Those Red Spots in Your Eggs: Are They Safe to Eat?

You crack a fresh egg into a bowl, ready to start your morning scramble, and there it is: a small, red spot suspended in the golden yolk. For many home cooks, this sight triggers immediate concern. Is it blood? Is it an embryo? Should you toss the whole egg? These tiny specks have sparked kitchen debates for generations, leading to perfectly good eggs being discarded over misunderstandings. Let’s crack open the facts.