Highlights
1. Duck eggs are larger and heavier than chicken eggs.
2. Duck eggs contain higher amounts of nutrients compared to chicken eggs.
3. Chicken eggs have a higher water content than duck eggs.
Introduction
People often wonder about the difference between chicken eggs and duck eggs when they have the choice to select between the two. This article aims to provide a better understanding of the characteristics of both types of eggs and compares them to help individuals make the best choice.
Duck Eggs
Duck eggs are large and easily distinguishable among avian eggs, although smaller than goose eggs. They have tough shells that are not easily broken, giving them a longer shelf life of about six weeks. Duck eggs have a high ratio of egg yolk to egg white due to their large size. They are rich in nutrients, with approximately 185 Kilocalories of energy per 100 grams. Duck eggs also contain proteins, vitamins, ions, and important minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. They have higher amounts of saturated fats, with 3.68 grams per 100 grams of egg, and contain 17 amino acids. However, they also have high levels of cholesterol, with more than 880 milligrams per 100 grams of egg. Despite a lower water content, duck eggs have a unique and addictive taste, especially in the popular Chinese recipe of salted duck eggs.
Chicken Eggs
Chicken eggs are the most well-known and popular eggs worldwide. They are widely available and commonly consumed in everyday life. Chicken eggs are medium-sized, weighing about 70 grams. They are rich in various nutrients such as proteins, saturated fats (3.1 grams per 100 grams of egg), amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and carbohydrates, making them perfect for a meal. However, they also have relatively high levels of cholesterol, with about 425 milligrams per 100 grams of egg. This makes chicken eggs slightly unhealthy, especially for individuals with heart conditions. The higher levels of cholesterol are primarily found in the egg yolk, so consuming the egg without the yolk may be less harmful. Chicken eggs contain more water compared to many other avian eggs, which has led to their taste being less remarkable. However, chicken eggs are the main source of protein for many people.
What is the difference between Duck and Chicken Eggs?
• Duck eggs are larger and heavier than chicken eggs.
• Duck eggs have higher levels of nutrients compared to chicken eggs.
• Chicken eggs contain more water than duck eggs.
• Duck eggs have more calories than chicken eggs.
• Chicken eggs are more commonly consumed than duck eggs.
• Chicken eggs are available in white and brown varieties, while duck eggs can be white, grey, speckled, or brown.
• Duck eggs have a unique taste, while chicken eggs do not.
