To remove any residual feces or salmonella that might still be on the shell.
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smooth_tea@lemmy.world 2 months agoWhat would be the point of washing that part of the egg you’re going to throw out 3 seconds later?
EldritchFeminity@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 months ago
ClassifiedPancake@discuss.tchncs.de 12 hours ago
Because pieces might break off and fall into the mix. Because the eggs inside briefly touches part of the outside shell while it’s gobbling out. Because you’re touching the egg with your hand and might accidentally touch something else before washing your hands. It’s just another layer of protection.