I Thought the White String in My Egg Was Something Dangerous—The Truth Completely Surprised Me

Is the Chalaza Safe to Eat?

Yes. Absolutely.

The chalaza is made of protein, just like the egg white. It’s completely safe, completely edible, and contains nothing harmful.

Some people remove the chalaza for aesthetic reasons (if they’re making something that requires a perfectly smooth egg white, like certain desserts or meringues). But you can leave continue reading …