When you see a green ring around an egg yolk, it’s a sign that…

How to Prevent the Green Ring

If you prefer bright yellow yolks, a few simple steps can help:

• Don’t overboil—once water reaches a boil, reduce heat
• Cook eggs only as long as needed
• Cool eggs quickly by placing them in cold or ice water after cooking

Rapid cooling stops the chemical reaction before the green ring can form.

What It Says About Cooking, Not Quality

The green ring doesn’t mean the egg is old, spoiled, or unhealthy. It’s simply a sign that the egg spent a little too much time in the heat. In fact, this reaction has been studied for years in food science and is completely normal.