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Runny Fried Eggs Are Safe To Eat — As Long As They're This Variety By Moriah House Nov. 3, 2025 4:00 pm EST
If you're of the mind that the deliciously runny yolk should burst out of your fried egg the moment you prick it, you may have wondered if this delightful egg preparation is safe to eat. We've all heard that raw eggs are a salmonella risk, but what about ones that are perfectly — if not quite fully — cooked? Sadly, but not surprisingly, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends cooking eggs until the yolks and whites are firm.
However, all hope is not lost for those that prefer their fried eggs on the easy side of over easy. According to the CDC, pasteurized eggs are a safer option for use in foods involving eggs that won't be ful
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